Handling a divorce? Karen Mann & Associates - Appraisal and Expert Witness Services has the experience you're looking for.We know that divorce can be very difficult. There are many choices that have to be resolved, including the fate of the home. There are generally two options regarding common real estate - it can be put on the market and the proceeds divvied up, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would find it in their best interest to get an appraisal of the mutual real estate. Contact us Karen Mann & Associates - Appraisal and Expert Witness Services can help if you need an appraisal for the purposes of a divorce or other division of assets. An appraisal for the purpose of assent division must have a well-established, authoritative report that will hold up in court. When you order an appraisal from Karen Mann & Associates - Appraisal and Expert Witness Services, you are assured the best in service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. We also know how to handle the prickly needs of a divorce situation. CA attorneys and accountants depend on our opinions when ascertaining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value opinion. We have a great deal of expertise working with everyone involved and can readily handle your needs. We submit appraisal reports that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. For lawyers dealing with a divorce, your case's evidence often necessitates an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. Many times the divorce date may not be the same as the date you requested the appraisal. We're experienced with the methods and what is elementary to develop a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value estimate corresponding to the date of divorce. We perform 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 compels us to keep the highest degree of confidentiality, ensuring the utmost discretion. |