Dividing marital assets?We realize that divorce is never easy. There are numerous choices looming, including the status of the house. There are generally two choices regarding real estate - it can be sold and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would be wise to order an appraisal of the common real estate. Contact us Goth Appraisals can assist if you need an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other separation of assets. A divorce appraisal needs a well-supported, authoritative document that will hold up in court. When you order an appraisal from Goth Appraisals, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and top notch analysis. Handling the special needs of a divorce situation is not a problem for us. Attorneys in SD as well as accountants rely on our opinions when figuring out what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is material. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone involved and We understand their needs and are accustomed to dealing with all parties involved. We submit appraisal documents that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. As a lawyer handling a divorce, your case's material facts typically necessitates an appraisal to establish fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Often the divorce date can be different from the date you ordered the appraisal. We're versed in the processes and what is vital to perform a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value opinion matching the date of divorce. We work on a reasonable number of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they require prudence with total professionalism. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which dictates confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |