Divorce Appraisals

Going through the process of a divorce is often a very difficult situation for all involved. Many decisions have to be made. Usually, one of those decisions is, "Who gets the house?" Generally, there are two options regarding what will happen to the house:

1. It can be sold with the proceeds being divided.
2. One party can buy out the other.

No matter what decision is to be made, one or both parties should order an appraisal for the residence. When a real estate appraisal is to be used in a divorce settlement, it must be well supported and devensidlbe in court. When you order your appraisal from Hester Appraisals, you can be assured of the following:

• The best in professioal service.
• The utmost in courtesy.
• The most comprehensive appraisal available.
• Sensitivity to the needs of a divorce situation.
• Complete confidentiality.

Attorneys and accountants rely on our values when calculating real property values for divorce cases requiring a value being placed on real property. The appraisal reports must meet the special requirements of the courts and various agencies. They need an appraiser who understands their needs as well as how to properly deal with all parties involved.

As an attorney handling a divorce, your needs oftentimes include an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date differs from the date you order the appraisal. We are familiar with the procedures and requirements necessary to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate matching the date of divorce.

The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds us with confidentiality, ensuring the fullest degree of discretion.

By having Hester Appraisals handle your appraisal needs, you will receive the utmost in professionalism, credibility, and expertise.