![]() Dividing marital assets?We realize that divorce is never easy. There are numerous decisions that have to be settled, including what to do with the home. There are generally two choices when it comes to real estate - it can be put on the market and the proceeds split, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would find it in their best interest to order an appraisal of the common real estate. Contact us OCV can assist if you need an appraisal for the purposes of a divorce or other allocation of assets. An appraisal for divorce purposes should include a well-established, authoritative document that can be supported to a judge. OCV pledges to give you an exceptional level of service with courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Taking into account the special conditions of a divorce situation is somewhat matter-of-fact for us. Attorneys in OH and accountants depend on our analysis when figuring out what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value opinion. We have a lot of expertise dealing with all the parties involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We create appraisal documents that meet the requirements of the courts and various agencies. As a lawyer working with a divorce, your case's evidence typically requires 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 purchased the appraisal. We're experienced with the techniques and what it takes to do a retroactive appraisal that has an effective date and Fair Market Value conclusion that matches the date of divorce. For each divorce appraisal we handle we understand that they require prudence delicately. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which binds us with confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |