Smeenge And Associates knows the special needs of estate executors

The job of settling an estate, while stressful is very important. 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 empathy to the feelings of everyone in bereavement.

Part of Smeenge And Associates's company goal is to create top-notch, ethical appraisals that attorneys can depend on. We understand their needs and are acclimated to working with all parties involved. We produce appraisal reports that out-strip the requirements of the courts and assorted groups.

Contact us as soon as possible to discuss your precise estate appraisal needs and how we can put our knowledge to work for you.

Usually, settling an estate necessitates an clear appraisal report to acquire fair market value for the house to the satisfaction of the parties involved. It's understandable that thinking about an appraisal is the farthest thought from your mind. Due to this, it is possible that the time of death differs from the time the appraisal is requested. Our staff is familiar with the practices and requirements obligatory 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) conforms our company to confidentiality, providing the fullest degree of discretion for you and your family.

People often forget that the IRS requires reports filed to explain the numbers involved in estate sales.

An exhaustive report showing the appraiser's opinion of value is important to support the methods the appraiser used to come to his conclusions. Such a report will clearly demonstrate to the authorities that the numbers used are accurate and correct.

Having a professional report from Smeenge And Associates gives the executor undeniable facts and figures to work with in exceeding IRS and MI state agency requirements. It assures peace of mind to everyone concerned because we are there to stand behind the report if it is ever challenged.

One of the most essential requirements in an appraisal is an appraiser-backed opinion of value in an exhaustive explanation as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion.