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Certified Divorce and Date of Death Appraisals in Los Angeles

Los Angeles is one of the most complex and valuable real estate markets in the country, encompassing everything from hillside estates and beachfront properties to urban condos and historic homes. Whether you're navigating a divorce or handling the estate of a loved one, a certified real estate appraisal is critical for accurate valuation, legal compliance, and fair asset distribution.

At Pacific Home Appraisers, we specialize in Divorce Appraisals and Date of Death (Probate) Appraisals throughout Los Angeles. With over 5,000 certified reports completed across Southern California, our appraisals are trusted by attorneys, courts, fiduciaries, and estate professionals for their clarity, precision, and reliability.

Why You Need a Certified Appraisal in Los Angeles

1. Divorce Appraisals for Equitable Property Division

California law requires fair division of marital assets, including real estate. In a market as diverse as Los Angeles, values can vary dramatically by neighborhood and property type. A certified Divorce Appraisal ensures:

• Accurate current or retrospective market value

• Court-ready documentation for use in mediation or litigation

• Impartial analysis to support spousal buyouts or refinancing

• Trusted third-party expertise to reduce valuation disputes

From high-rise condos in Downtown LA to gated estates in Bel Air, we tailor each appraisal to your specific property and its market context.

2. Date of Death Appraisals for Probate and Estate Matters

A Date of Death Appraisal is required for determining a property's market value at the time of a decedent’s passing. This is essential for:

• IRS reporting and establishing a stepped-up tax basis

• Probate court filings and trust administration

• Equitable division of assets among heirs

• Legal and tax compliance for CPAs, attorneys, and estate planners

Extensive Coverage Across Los Angeles

We provide appraisal services in all areas of Los Angeles, including:

• Bel Air, Brentwood, Beverly Hills – luxury homes and estates

• Hollywood Hills, Laurel Canyon, Sunset Strip – view properties and architectural homes

• Westwood, Century City, Cheviot Hills – single-family homes and condos

• Silver Lake, Los Feliz, Echo Park – artistic communities and vintage homes

• Downtown LA, Koreatown, Mid-Wilshire – high-rise condominiums and investment properties

• South LA, Highland Park, East LA – transitional and up-and-coming neighborhoods

Our appraisals account for zoning, rental potential, lot size, view corridors, historical significance, and neighborhood trends.

What’s Included in Our Appraisal Reports

Every certified appraisal from Pacific Home Appraisers includes:

• Full property inspection (interior and/or exterior)

• Market and neighborhood trend analysis

• Comparable sales adjusted for key features and timing

• Final certified opinion of value (current or retrospective)

• Maps, assessor data, zoning information, and high-resolution images

• Delivered in PDF format and fully USPAP-compliant

Our Appraisal Services in Los Angeles Include:

• Certified Divorce Appraisals

• Certified Date of Death (Probate) Appraisals

• Estate and Trust Valuations

• Retrospective Appraisals

• Expert Witness Testimony and Legal Reports

• Property Tax Appeal Appraisals

• Pre-Listing Appraisals for Estate or Divorce Sales

Our Appraisal Process

1. Consultation

We determine the purpose of the appraisal, effective valuation date, and property-specific needs.

2. Inspection

We evaluate layout, condition, improvements, lot characteristics, and external factors influencing value.

3. Market Research

We identify the most relevant local comparable sales and apply professional adjustments.

4. Report Delivery

Appraisals are completed within five to seven business days, with rush service available in 48 hours upon request.

Why Choose Pacific Home Appraisers

• Over 5,000 certified appraisals completed throughout Los Angeles and Southern California

• Local expertise in LA’s diverse luxury and residential neighborhoods

• Trusted by attorneys, courts, mediators, fiduciaries, and CPAs

• Available for expert witness testimony in contested legal matters

• Professional, confidential, and responsive service tailored to your needs

We bring clarity, precision, and impartiality to real estate valuation when it matters most.

Request a Divorce or Date of Death Appraisal in Los Angeles

If you need a certified appraisal in Los Angeles for Divorce or Date of Death (Probate) purposes, contact Pacific Home Appraisers today for trusted, experienced, and timely service.

Call 818-880-1466
Visit www.pacifichomeappraisers.com to schedule your appraisal or learn more about our services.