DiScenza Appraisal Services of Florida understands the special needs of estate executorsThe task 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 with as much dignity as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much sympathy to the feelings of everyone involved. Attorneys and accountants depend on our conduct when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value being placed on real property. We cater to their needs and are used to helping with all parties involved. We write appraisal reports that transcend the necessities of the legal system and assorted agencies. Contact us immediately to discuss your specialized estate appraisal essentials and how we can put our experience to work for you. Settling an estate usually depends on an appraisal to acquire fair market value for the residential property therein. It's understandable that ordering getting an appraisal is the farthest thought from your mind. Because of this, often there are times that the date of an appraisal report deviates from the date of your loss. Our company is familiar with the practices and requirements necessary to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the exact date your loved one passed away. The ethical requirements listed within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) conforms our staff to confidentiality, assuring the highest degree of discretion for all parties involved. Many people do not understand that the IRS needs information filed to support the numbers involved in estate sales. One of the most necessary requirements in a report is an appraiser-supported opinion of value in a detailed explanation as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion. Such a report will clearly demonstrate to the IRS that the numbers used are well-founded and substantiated. Having a professional report from DiScenza Appraisal Services of Florida gives the executor undeniable facts and figures to work with in going beyond IRS and FL 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. An exhaustive report showing the appraiser's opinion of value is required to support the methods the appraiser used to come to his conclusions. |