Date of Death Appraisals

Understanding Retrospective Valuations

Settling an estate is a complex and often emotional process. One of the most important requirements for an executor or administrator is establishing the fair market value of the property as of the date of the owner's passing. This is known as a "retrospective appraisal" or a "date of death appraisal."

At Hunter Appraisal, we have extensive experience working with attorneys, accountants, and family members to provide professionally defensible reports that satisfy IRS requirements. These valuations are crucial for determining if a federal or state estate tax return is owed, and for establishing a new "step-up" in basis for the property's capital gains calculation.

Whether the date of death was last month or several years ago, our team has the expertise to deliver an accurate, unbiased opinion of value that holds up under scrutiny.

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• Accurate, unbiased opinion of value
• Confident decisions backed by real data
• Professionally defensible reports
• Fast turnaround times — never left waiting
• Local expertise from a true market specialist
• Direct access to your appraiser from start to finish

Hunter Appraisal with its team of experienced and top-notch local appraisers has excelled to the top of the industry by offering great customer service, accurate appraisals and quick turn times.

Cliff Hunter, our Sr. Appraiser has over 15 years experience with thousands of appraisals to his credit and is considered one of the top appraisers in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metro Area. Mr. Hunter provides expert witness services for litigation when needed.

Our team of experienced and highly qualified appraisers 'specialize' in helping people who need appraisals for trust and estate purposes, buying/selling, divorce, bankruptcy, probate, PMI removal, step-up basis, retrospective, date of death and more.

We also work closely with realtors and brokers to help establish list prices, home sellers to insure they're getting top dollar and home buyers to insure they're not overpaying for a new home.

In addition to homes of all shapes and sizes we also appraise condominiums, estates, luxury homes, vacant land, manufactured homes, lake/water front, specialty properties. No job is too big or too small.

Professionalism and integrity are critical when working with an appraiser and we pride ourselves in providing you with competitive rates as well as the best possible experience.

Give us a call today with any questions you might have at: 972-440-2094

"Cliff called me within minutes of my online request. He answered my random date of death appraisal questions in that call. Came out the same day - on time on a Saturday. Friendly, professional, fast, efficient. Received complete appraisal package from him that week. I highly recommend Hunter Appraisal and would not hesitate to call Cliff again. Very welcoming and great job!"

"Cliff was great- Very professional and kind. I have had several appraisals done before and had awkward interactions with other companies. Cliff was able to work with my schedule and communication was high. Great customer service and would highly recommend. Please give them a call and allow Cliff to help you."

"After calling several appraisers, Cliff was the one who seemed the most knowledgeable about values in my area, and the one who gave me the soonest appointment. The fact that he also gave me the lowest prices was just a bonus. He worked quickly and thoroughly, and had the appraisal in our hands 3 days later. His work was excellent. I would highly recommend him."

"Cliff was prompt, professional, thorough, and a pleasure to work with. I couldn't be any happier with his service and Highly recommend Cliff at Hunter Appraisal!!!"