Residential appraisal service
Which date and which value does a divorce appraisal use in Arizona?
The parties or the court set the valuation date and intended use. Arizona is a community-property state, and an appraisal provides an opinion of property value rather than deciding either party's legal share. This is general information, not legal advice.
Purpose first
This service is for property owners and advisers who need an independent residential value opinion within a divorce matter. Whether testimony or additional support is available for your matter is discussed separately, before the assignment begins.
The value opinion
The effective valuation date anchors the analysis. Property condition as of that date, relevant comparable sales and the agreed scope of work determine what evidence is considered and how it is reconciled.
Prepare
A clear sequence
Confirm the scope, fee and delivery estimate before proceeding.
Arrange property access and collect relevant records.
Research and analyze appropriate comparable sales.
Reconcile the evidence into an independent opinion.
Prepare the report for the identified intended use.
Common questions
The intended use, effective date, property, intended users and report scope are confirmed before the assignment begins.
Accurate property records, access details and relevant documents help define the assignment and support the analysis.
No. An appraisal is an independent opinion developed from the agreed scope and available evidence.
Educational references
Arizona law describes community property and its exceptions.
Arizona law addresses equitable division of community property.
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Start with clarity
Call to describe the property and intended use so the scope, fee and delivery estimate can be discussed before proceeding.
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