Oswalt Appraisals knows the special needs of estate executors

The responsibility of settling an estate, often a source of stress is very important. 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 in bereavement.

Part of Oswalt Appraisals's drive is to supply top-notch, ethical appraisals that attorneys can depend on. We cater to their needs and are acclimated to working with all parties involved. Because of our experience in working with the courts and different agencies, we compose appraisal reports that always meet all expectations.

Contact us promptly to discuss your specific estate appraisal essentials and how we can put our experience to work for you.

Settling an estate usually depends on an appraisal to acquire fair market value for the residential property therein. It's understandable that ordering an appraisal is the farthest thought from your mind. So, we understand that the date an appraisal report is needed will deviate the date of death. Our staff is comfortable with the systems and requirements necessary to perform a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the exact date you suffered the loss of your loved one. The ethical obligations listed within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) attunes us to confidentiality, assuring the fullest degree of privacy for you and your family.

The requirement of needing an appraisal when cooperating with the IRS to show income when filing documents is often not considered by most people.

One of the most significant requirements in a report is an appraiser-backed opinion of value in a comprehensive reason as to how the appraiser came to his conclusion. In having a report supported by Oswalt Appraisals's professional staff, you will have the knowledge that the numbers shown in the appraisal will certainly demonstrate to the IRS that the numbers used are well founded and substantiated.

An executor will be ecstatic by an appraisal by Oswalt Appraisals which will show him solid facts and figures to cooperate with revenue agencies' requirements. You need not worry over anything, because we will be there to support our appraisals if they are ever challenged.

Opinions of value displayed in documents filed with the the IRS and KS state agencies absolutely should be backed by a detailed report as to how the appraiser acquired his conclusions.