Splitting up marital assets?Divorce settlements involve many decisions, including "Who gets the house". There are generally two choices when discussing common real estate - it can be put up for sale and the proceeds divvied up, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would be wise to order an appraisal of the residence. Contact us Mike Lockey & Associates can help if you need an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other division of assets. An appraisal for the purpose of assent division should include a well-supported, professional document that is defensible during a trial. Mike Lockey & Associates guarantees the very best in service with courtesy and the highest quality appraisal. We understand how to care for the sensitive needs of a divorce situation. IA attorneys and accountants depend on our appraisals when ascertaining real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes depending on a value opinion. We have an abundance of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We submit appraisal reports that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. For lawyers working with a divorce, your case's evidence frequently requires an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date can be different from the date you requested the appraisal. We're comfortable with the methods and what is vital to complete a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate that matches the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we perform we understand that they need to be handled with total professionalism. The ethics provision within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |