Which date is valued?
Family law often needs the value at the date of separation, and sometimes a current value as well. The rules differ by province, so the lawyers usually tell the appraiser which dates are required.
Who pays for a divorce appraisal?
It is agreed between the parties. Many couples share the fee, or one spouse pays and the cost is accounted for in the settlement.
Why use an independent appraiser
A report prepared to professional standards by a qualified appraiser is more likely to be accepted by both sides and, if needed, by a court, than an online estimate or a realtor’s market opinion.
Order a divorce appraisal through AppraisalDesk
Either spouse or a lawyer can place the order. Tell us the dates to be valued and who should receive the report. We assign a qualified local appraiser, and the fee can be paid online by secure link.
- See the price before you place the order
- Your order is assigned to a qualified local appraiser
- Real-time updates by text and email, and online order tracking
- The borrower can pay online by secure link
- Download the report online and message the appraiser
Frequently asked questions
How much does a house appraisal for divorce cost?
A current value usually costs about the same as a standard appraisal. A retrospective value, or a report prepared for court, usually costs more. You see the price before you order.
Do both spouses need to agree to an appraisal?
It helps. A jointly ordered appraisal is easier for both sides to rely on. If you disagree, speak to your lawyer about how to proceed.
Is a realtor’s opinion enough for a divorce?
A realtor’s market opinion is not an appraisal. Lawyers usually prefer an independent appraisal prepared to professional standards.
Can an appraisal be done as of the date of separation?
Yes. A retrospective appraisal values the home as of a past date, such as the date of separation.