Determining Real Estate Value During Divorce
As far as divorce proceedings go, for most couples, the home is a major shared asset. The first step in dealing with the splitting of assets is to determine the real estate value during divorce. Use An Appraiser An appraiser is the best way to help determine the value of your assets. They are better trained in this situation than a Realtor. Further, a tax assessment value is not actually an accurate method of determining value. Understanding The Difference Between Marital And Non-Marital Equity There are classifications of assets. Some get divided during a divorce and others don't. This is determined mainly
Divorce Appraisal: The Basics
It's an unfortunate time when you are going through a divorce. Whether it is amicable or challenging, there are several things that need to be divided. A division of property (or properties) is often on top of the priority list for divorcing couples. But where do you even begin? You must begin with a professional divorce appraisal. This is mandatory because a judge cannot simply determine how much any home is worth on a whim or based on the testimony of either spouse. This is a legal procedure and must be done correctly. Either your attorney knows a local appraisal
Are Two Appraisals Needed During A Divorce?
The answer really depends on your individual situation. What most of our clients do is just order one appraisal when divorce proceedings are getting close. If the husband and wife can agree on the value then there is no need for a second appraisal. In cases where they can not agree on the value, the husband or wife order a second independent appraisal from a different appraiser and agree on a value in-between the two appraisals. Another reason why you might need two appraisals in a divorce is if you had an appraisal completed when first considering to get divorced and
