Dana L Grover Associates

read moreEvery year, countless people in the United States buy, sell or refinance their own slice of the American Dream. Most, if not all, of these transactions include a simple line item for an appraisal. It has become an understood and accepted part of a real estate transaction. But is this the only reason to get an appraisal? Are there other times when the services of a certified, licensed, independent real estate professional might come in handy? One of the most important issues involved in purchasing a property is developing an opinion of what it's worth so that you can make an informed offer to purchase.

read moreEstate tax liability. Disposition of assets under a will or in probate. There are many situations -- none of them lacking stress and complexity -- where you might need an appraisal of property that states an opinion of what the property was worth on a date some time ago, rather than when the appraisal is ordered. For estate tax purposes or disposition of the assets of a decedent, a "qualified" date of death appraisal by a "qualified appraiser" is often required. Attorneys, accountants, executors and others rely on Dana L. Grover Associates, for "date of death" valuations because such appraisals require special expertise and training.

read moreAttorneys, accountants and home owners have relied upon the expert appraisal services provided by Mr. Grover for over 40 years. Services include appraisals for date of death/estate, divorce and other legal matters, both retrospective and current. No matter what type of home you need appraised, and for whatever purpose, be it for an estate (date of death), divorce, dispute, litigation, I will provide my expert opinion of market value. I am recognized by Local and Federal Courts as an Expert Witness, and the IRS recognizes me as a "qualified" appraiser for estate purposes.

read moreSettling an estate is an important and sometimes stressful job. As an executor you have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the deceased as swiftly and exactly as possible. You can count on us to act professionally, quickly and with sensitivity to the feelings of everyone involved. Attorneys and Accountants rely on our appraisals when calculating real property values for estates, divorces, or other disputes requiring a value being placed on real property. We understand their needs and are used to dealing with all parties involved.