Handling a divorce? Jim Martin & Associates has the expertise for these matters.We know that divorce is never easy. There are many issues to worry about, including the status of the home. There are generally two choices when discussing the house - it can be sold and the proceeds divvied up, or one party can "buy out" the other. In either case, one or both parties would be wise to order an appraisal of the residence. Contact us if you require an appraisal dealing with a divorce or other division of assets. When the intended use of an appraisal is the division of assets, it needs a well-supported, expert document that is defensible to a judge. Jim Martin & Associates guarantees an exceptional level of service with professional courtesy and well-supported conclusions. Through experience and education, we've learned how to handle the sensitive needs of a divorce situation. KY attorneys as well as accountants rely on our analysis when determining what the real property is worth for estates, divorces, or other disputes where it is relevant. We have a great deal of expertise dealing with all the parties involved and We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved. We submit appraisal reports that fulfill the requirements of the courts and various agencies. As a lawyer representing a client in a divorce, your case's material facts frequently requires an appraisal to determine fair market value for the residential real estate involved. A great deal of the time the divorce date differs from the date you purchased the appraisal. We're experienced with the methods and what's needed to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and Fair Market Value opinion that matches the date of divorce. We perform lots of divorce appraisals (unfortunately) and we understand that they need to be handled with total professionalism. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) contains an ethics provision which dictates confidentiality, guaranteeing you the utmost discretion. |