a la mode 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 promptly 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 involved.

Part of a la mode's company goal is to offer top-notch, ethical appraisals that lawyers can rely on. Generally, the parties involved will have differing suggestions of how the appraisal process should work; however, our knowledge of the estate process definitely satisfy all parties involved. In our company, we are accustomed to working with law offices in composing appraisals that transcend their requirements.

Contact us immediately to discuss your individual estate appraisal needs and how we can put our knowledge to work for you.

Settling an estate usually depends on an appraisal to suggest fair market value for the estate affected. It's understandable that ordering an appraisal is the farthest thought from your mind. Of course, it's expected that you need to take care of your family first. a la mode assures that we are knowledgeable about the procedures and requirements needed by revenue services to supply a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the exact date your loved one passed away. The ethical obligations stated within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) binds our staff to confidentiality, ensuring the highest degree of discretion for you and your loved ones.

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

One of the most important requirements in an appraisal is an appraiser-backed opinion of value in a comprehensive explanation as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion. This sort of report will clearly substantiate your claim that the numbers within within the report are well-founded and accurate.

An executor will be over-joyed by an appraisal by a la mode which will show him solid facts and numbers to work with any legal agency's requirements. You need not be concerned over anything, because a la mode will be there to support our appraisals if they are ever challenged.

One of the most essential requirements in an appraisal report is an appraiser-supported opinion of value in a comprehensive explanation as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion.