Reliable valuations for life's important transitions.
Whether you're settling an estate, navigating probate, or managing an inheritance, a professional residential appraisal provides a well-supported opinion of property value. We also offer retrospective appraisals to establish a property's value as of a specific date, including the date of death.
When this appraisal may help.
Establishing date-of-death value
A retrospective appraisal can develop an opinion of a property's value as of the date of death, subject to the requested scope and available historical information.
Supporting estate administration
A documented residential valuation may help an executor or personal representative address estate settlement and probate requirements with their advisors.
Informing decisions about inherited property
Heirs and estate representatives can use a property-specific appraisal as one source of information when considering next steps for a home.
What to expect.
Confirm the date and intended use
Discuss the property, requested effective date, intended use, report requirements, and available records before an assignment is accepted.
Review property history and market data
The analysis considers relevant property information and comparable sales for the requested date, including historical sources available within the agreed scope.
Receive a documented opinion
The report explains the effective date, assignment scope, valuation analysis, and supporting information for review with the estate's advisors.
Denver metro and Boulder-area perspective.
Justin Sikkema brings years of residential appraisal experience throughout Denver metro and Boulder-area markets, across a variety of residential property types. Local market knowledge helps identify relevant Denver metro and Boulder-area sales and conditions for the date being appraised. Retrospective assignments depend on the quality and availability of historical property and market records.
Discuss this appraisal request.
Submitting a request does not establish an appraisal engagement. Scope, availability, and fees are confirmed before acceptance.