Date-of-Death Valuations — Green Hill Appraisal
When handling an estate, there are many situations—estate tax planning, probate, or disposition of assets under a will—where a property valuation is needed as of a specific past date, rather than the date the appraisal is ordered. These “date-of-death” or retrospective valuations are often required for estate tax purposes or to fairly distribute a decedent’s assets. In some cases, the executor may request the valuation to reflect a date up to six months after death, but the same professional principles apply.
Attorneys, accountants, executors, and fiduciaries rely on Green Hill Appraisal for these specialized assignments. Date-of-death appraisals demand local market expertise, experience in researching comparable contemporaneous sales, and an understanding of the legal and tax requirements involved.
Real estate isn’t like publicly traded stock—historical market data isn’t always available or straightforward. That’s why you need a certified, licensed appraiser who follows the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), ensuring confidentiality, professionalism, and a defensible report that meets the expectations of taxing authorities, courts, and other stakeholders.