Dividing marital assets?Settling a divorce involves many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two choices when discussing the house - it can be put up for sale and the proceeds divided, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would find it in their best interest to commission an appraisal of the residence. Contact us Dorian Lacourse can assist if you need an appraisal related to a divorce or other separation of assets. An appraisal for the purpose of assent division requires a well-established, expert report that is defensible in court. Dorian Lacourse pledges to give you an exceptional level of service with courtesy and the highest quality appraisal. Taking into account the special conditions of a divorce situation is not a problem for us. Attorneys in OH and accountants depend on our appraisals when ascertaining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is important. We have a lot of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We submit appraisal documents for courts or various agencies that meet or exceed their requirements. For legal professionals representing a client in a divorce, your case's research regularly needs an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A great deal of the time the divorce date may not be the same as the date you purchased the appraisal. We're experienced with the procedures and what's necessary to do a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value opinion corresponding to the date of divorce. We work on lots of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they need to be handled delicately. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) dictates confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |