Caywood Appraisals understands the special needs of estate executorsThe job 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 departed as promptly and exactly 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 understanding when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value being placed on real property. We are sympathetic to their needs and are familiar with dealing with all parties involved. In our company, we are used to dealing with the courts in composing reports that out-strip their needs. Contact us as soon as possible to discuss your exact estate appraisal requirements and how we can put our knowledge to work for you. Settling an estate commonly demands an appraisal to determine fair market value for the property therein. We sympathize that in times like this, even thinking about an appraisal report is the furthest thought from your mind. Of course, it's imperative to take care of your family first. Our company is knowledgeable about the practices and requirements needed to provide a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the date of death. The ethical requirements explained within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) attunes our company 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 show the numbers involved in estate sales. One of the most important requirements in an appraisal report is an appraiser-backed opinion of value in an exhaustive explanation as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion. This sort of report will clearly substantiate the evidence that the numbers within within the report are well-founded and accurate. Caywood Appraisals ensures an detailed appraisal report, which will provide an executor definite 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 refuted. Opinions of value displayed in documents filed with the revenue authorities definitely should be backed by an accurate report as to how the appraiser arrived at his conclusions. |