Every reason people order a private appraisal
Whatever it’s for, we’ve valued a home for it.
If it’s not one of the five with its own page, it’s here — same appraisers, same flat pricing, same independence. Tell us the situation and we’ll recommend the service level that fits.
A court-ready value neither side can wave away.
→ Estate & probateThe value the court and executor need to settle the estate.
→ Date-of-death / step-up basisA retrospective value as of the date of death, for the IRS and the heirs’ basis.
→ Pre-listing & FSBOKnow the real number before you list — or defend your price.
→ Property-tax protestIndependent proof your home is worth less than the county says.
→ PMI removalProve you’ve got the equity to drop mortgage insurance.
→ Estate planning, trusts & gift taxDefensible values for 709 gifts, trusts, and planning.
→ BankruptcyA documented value for the schedules and the trustee.
→ Expert witness & litigationA report, and an appraiser, that stand up in court.
→ Pre-purchase / buyer’s sideDon’t overpay. Know what it’s really worth before you sign.
→ Immigration sponsorshipAsset evidence for I-864 and E-2 filings.
→ Measurement & floor plan (ANSI)A precise ANSI measurement and sketch — standalone or with any appraisal.
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