Hilberger Appraisals LLC understands the special needs of estate executors

Estate settlement is often stressful, but a very important job. As an executor you have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the departed as quickly and with as much dignity as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much compassion to the feelings of everyone left behind.

Attorneys and accountants rely on our ideals when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value being placed on real property. Generally, all parties will have their own expectations of how the appraisal process should work; however, our experience of the estate process will undoubtedly satisfy all parties involved. Due to our experience in dealing with the legal system and other agencies, we create appraisals that definitely exceed all expectations.

Settling an estate usually demands an appraisal to acquire fair market value for the estate therein. We sympathize that in this time of loss, ordering an appraisal report is the furthest thought from your mind. Of course, you have to take care of your loved ones first. We are knowledgeable about the systems and requirements needed to provide a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the date your loved one passed away. The ethics provision listed within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds our staff to confidentiality, ensuring the highest degree of privacy for you and your family.

The requirement of ordering a real estate appraisal when cooperating with the IRS to prove income when filing documents is often overlooked by most people.

Opinions of value shown in documents filed with the revenue authorities absolutely should be supported by a comprehensive report as to how the appraiser came to his conclusions. Such a report will clearly demonstrate to the authorities that the numbers used are well-founded and substantiated.

Having a professional appraisal from Hilberger Appraisals LLC gives the executor irrefutable facts and figures to work with in going beyond IRS and AZ state agency requirements. It assures peace of mind to everyone concerned because we assure you that we will stand behind the appraisal if it is ever challenged.

Opinions of value displayed in documents provided to the the IRS and AZ state agencies absolutely should be supported by a comprehensive report as to how the appraiser came to his conclusions.