ESTATE & PROBATE APPRAISALS · CHATTANOOGA & TN/GA
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Residential appraisals for executors, estate administrators, heirs and advisers, including date-of-death valuations.
Fee, scope and estimated delivery confirmed before work begins.
Support for estate and inherited-property decisions.
Whether you are administering an estate, working through probate or deciding what to do with an inherited home, the right valuation date matters. We discuss the purpose and reporting needs with you and your professional adviser, then research the market evidence relevant to that assignment.
WHAT YOU RECEIVE
A reasoned opinion.
A useful written report.
Your appraisal identifies the property, effective date, intended use and intended users. It explains the relevant market evidence and the analysis supporting the opinion of value, within the agreed scope.
Discuss the findings directly with Van Patton. Report format, inspection needs and any additional services are agreed before the assignment begins.
FEES & TURNAROUND
Know the terms before you commit.
Fees depend on property type, size, complexity, location, valuation date and reporting requirements. Retrospective research, unusual properties and litigation support may require additional work.
Your questions, answered.
What is a date-of-death appraisal?
It is a retrospective opinion of value as of the relevant historical date, rather than simply today’s value. Your attorney or tax adviser should confirm the date required for your situation.
Can you appraise a home for probate?
We accept residential estate and probate valuation inquiries within our service area. Confirm the intended users, effective date and any court or adviser requirements before ordering.
What if the property has changed since the valuation date?
Share available photographs, improvement records and information about its condition at that date. We will discuss the evidence needed and whether a credible retrospective assignment is feasible.
Do I need a current value as well?
A decision to sell an inherited home may involve a different date and intended use from an estate valuation. Discuss both needs before ordering; separate opinions or scopes may be necessary.
Will the report meet tax or court requirements?
Provide the recipient’s requirements before engagement. The scope and reporting format are agreed in advance. We do not provide tax or legal advice or guarantee acceptance by a particular recipient.