Estate Settlement Appraisals in CA by INGRAM & ASSOCIATES

The responsibility of settling an estate, often a source of stress is very important. As an executor you have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the deceased as promptly and with as much dignity as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much sensitivity to the feelings of everyone in bereavement.

Lawyers and accountants rely on our conduct when calculating real estate values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a worth being placed on real property. We understand their needs and are familiar with working with all parties involved. In our company, we are used to working with the courts in creating reports that transcend their requirements.

Generally, settling an estate requires an accurate appraisal report to show fair market value for the home to the satisfaction of the parties involved. We understand that when you lose a loved one, even thinking about an appraisal is the furthest thought from your mind. Due to this, often the time of death differs from the date the appraisal is required. We are knowledgeable about the systems and requirements needed to provide a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the date of death. The ethical obligations listed within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) conforms our appraisers to confidentiality, assuring the highest degree of discretion for you.

People often forget that the IRS needs reports filed to show the numbers involved in estate sales.

An exhaustive report showing the appraiser's opinion of value is required to support the methods the appraiser used to come to his conclusions. A report of this caliber will clearly demonstrate the evidence that the numbers provided within the report are well-founded and accurate.

An executor will be ecstatic by an appraisal report by INGRAM & ASSOCIATES which will provide him undeniable facts and numbers to deal with any legal agency's requirements. There's no need to have anything but peace of mind when getting an appraisal from us, because we will back it no matter what.

One of the most essential requirements in an appraisal is an appraiser-backed opinion of value in a detailed reason as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion.