Appraisers Law & Legal Definition
An appraiser ia a professional who makes appraisals of the value of property. to professionally evaluate the value of property including real estate, jewelry, antique furniture, securities, or in certain cases the loss of value (or cost of replacement) due to damage. This may be necessary in determining the value of the estate of someone who has died, particularly when the items must be divided among the beneficiaries, to determine the value of assets for insurance coverage, to divide partnership assets, set a sales price, determine taxes, or make insurance claims. There are licensing and ethical standards applicable to professionals in the appraisal field.
Relevant legal forms include:
Motion to Appoint Appraiser
Order Appointing Appraiser
Inven. and Apprais. & Proof of Mail
Inventory and Appraisal [same as DE-160]
Inventory and Appraisal Attachment [same as DE-161]
Letter - Request for Estimate of Appraisal Costs
Request for Entry Upon Land to Inspect, Appraise, etc.
Stipulation as to Appraisals
Notice Regarding Appraiser's Report In Surface Damage Proceeding
Appraisal
Seller's Information for Appraiser provided to Buyer
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