![]() Divorce Appraisals in the state of Indiana by Helmer AppraisalWe realize that divorce can be very difficult. There are countless choices looming, including what's going to happen to the home. There are generally two alternatives regarding the house - it can be put up for sale and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties should get an appraisal of the common real estate.An appraisal for divorce purposes needs a well-supported, authoritative appraisal document that is defensible to a judge. When you order an appraisal from Helmer Appraisal, you are assured the best in service with courtesy and top notch analysis. We also know how to provide for the prickly needs of a divorce situation.
Attorneys and accountants in Indiana rely on our opinions when ascertaining what real estate is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes depending on a value opinion. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone involved and are standing by to assist your needs. We create appraisal documents that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. As a lawyer handling a divorce, your case's research often requires an appraisal to establish 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 ordered the appraisal. We are familiar with the processes and the effort necessary to do a retrospective appraisal that has an effective date and Market Value estimate that matches the date of divorce. We perform a reasonable number of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they need to be handled with the utmost care. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which binds us with confidentiality, resulting in the utmost discretion. |