Appraisals for Estate Settlement by Slade Cooper ValuationThe task 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 understanding to the feelings of everyone left behind. Lawyers and accountants count on our ethics 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 dealing with all parties involved. We compose appraisal reports that exceed the needs of the legal system and various groups. Contact us immediately to discuss your specific estate appraisal needs and how we can put our business acumen to work for you. Commonly, settling an estate requires an extensive appraisal report to ascertain fair market value for the home to the satisfaction of the parties involved. It's understandable that ordering an appraisal is the farthest thought from your mind. Due to this, often the date of death differs from the date the appraisal is needed. Slade Cooper assures that he is familiar with the procedures and requirements requested by the IRS and TX revenue agencies to produce a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the date you suffered the loss of your loved one. The ethics provision explained within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) conforms us to confidentiality, certifying the strongest degree of discretion for you and your loved ones. Many people do not understand that the IRS requires documents filed to support the numbers involved in estate sales. Opinions of value displayed in documents provided to the the IRS and TX state agencies absolutely should be backed by a detailed report as to how the appraiser arrived at his conclusions. In having a report backed by Slade Cooper, you will have the understanding that the numbers provided in the report will clearly demonstrate to the IRS that the numbers used are accurate and substantiated. Having a professional report gives the executor undeniable facts and figures to work with in meeting IRS and TX state agency requirements. It assures peace of mind to everyone concerned because we will always be there to stand behind the report if it is ever challenged. One of the most essential requirements in an appraisal is an appraiser-supported opinion of value in a detailed reason as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion. |