Do You Need an Appraisal for a Divorce or Estate Settlement?
When property is involved in a divorce, separation or estate, everyone needs to agree on a fair, defensible value. A professional appraisal provides exactly that — an unbiased, legally recognized opinion of value.
Divorce and separation of assets
Dividing property fairly starts with knowing what it is worth. A qualified appraiser provides an independent valuation that both parties — and the courts — can rely on, which helps avoid disputes.
In many cases a "retrospective" appraisal is needed (the value as of a specific past date, such as the date of separation).
Estates and probate
Settling an estate often requires a date-of-death or current market value for the property, both for fair distribution among heirs and for tax and probate purposes.
Why "legally valid" matters
For these situations, the report must be prepared by a designated appraiser following the Canadian Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (CUSPAP), so it is recognized by courts and financial institutions.
Appraisal Canada works only with AIC-designated (AACI & CRA) appraisers, so your report holds up where it counts. Request a free, confidential quote.