![]() Appraisals for Estate Settlement by Kim George AppraisalsThe job of settling an estate, while stressful is very important. As an executor you have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the deceased as promptly and respectfully as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much sympathy to the feelings of everyone in bereavement. Lawyers and accountants depend on our understanding when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a worth being placed on real property. We cater to their needs and are familiar with helping with all parties involved. Due to our experience in dealing with the courts and other agencies, we compose reports that definitely transcend all expectations. Contact us as soon as possible to discuss your specific estate appraisal needs and how we can put our knowledge to work for you. Settling an estate most often requires an appraisal to ascertain fair market value for the estate affected. We know that in times like this, even thinking about an appraisal report is the furthest thought from your mind. Because of this, often there can be times that the effective date of an appraisal differs from the time of death. Our staff is knowledgeable about the practices and requirements obligatory to supply a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the date of death. The ethical obligations explained within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) conforms us to confidentiality, certifying the highest degree of privacy for you and your family. Many people do not understand that the IRS requires information filed to express the numbers involved in estate sales. Opinions of value shown in documents provided to the the IRS and GA state agencies definitely should be supported by a detailed report as to how the appraiser came to his conclusions. Such a report will clearly demonstrate to the authorities that the numbers used are accurate and correct. Kim George Appraisals guarantees an substantiated appraisal, which will give an executor accurate facts and numbers that will meet IRS and state agency requirements. It assures peace of mind to everyone concerned because we assure you that we will stand behind the appraisal report if it is ever challenged. An accurate report showing the appraiser's opinion of value is required to support the methods the appraiser used to come to his conclusions. |