NJ Estate Planning Appraisal
Estate planning appraisal reports are often required for tax purposes. American Realty Appraisals is a trusted New Jersey firm specializing in private, court-compliant estate planning appraisals—date-of-death valuations, divorce/legal appraisals, and pre-listing home valuations.
Serving 16 New Jersey counties (Union, Somerset, Morris, Essex, Hudson, Middlesex, Passaic, Bergen, Sussex, Warren, Hunterdon, Ocean, Monmouth, Atlantic, Burlington,Cape May,), we deliver fast, accurate, IRS-accepted reports that stand up in court. Whether you need an estate tax appraisal, divorce support valuation, or confident pre-listing price, our licensed appraisers provide clarity and peace of mind.
Why Choose AR Appraisals in New Jersey
When dealing with authorities like the IRS, working with a competent appraiser who adheres to proper guidelines and understands appraisal principles is essential. Here’s how you’ll benefit from working with AR Appraisals:
Court & IRS Compliant: Reports meet USPAP, IRS, and court standards.
Deep Local Insight: 16-county focus captures the latest NJ market trends.
Quick Turnaround: Standard delivery in 3–5 business days; expedited and same-day services available.
Clear Communication: Photo-rich reports with an easy-to-read executive summary.
Compassionate Service: Discretion and empathy during every step of sensitive legal processes.
We Make Estate Planning Appraisals Easy
STEP 1
Get a Free Quote
Click the “Get a Free Estate Appraisal Quote” button and fill out a form or call 908-233-1337 to speak to qualified appraisers.
STEP 2
On-Site Inspection
We conduct a thorough interior/exterior evaluation to assess condition and unique features.
STEP 3
Receive Your Report
Quickly receive clear, court-compliant appraisal via email—complete with comparable sales, photos, and analyses.
When it comes to dealing with authorities like the IRS, having a competent appraiser that knows how to adhere to proper guidelines and understands appraisal principles is highly important.
Our reports are well documented using verified comparable sales. This data is explained in a clear and concise manner to further support the estimate of fair market value.
We are aware that estate planning can be a sensitive time and it is a priority for us to handle these situations with compassion. We also understand and can accommodate if a report needs to be delivered immediately. Our reports are submitted with discretion and confidentiality. Using American Realty Appraisals for an estate appraisal will be one less item to worry about.
When choosing a company for an estate planning appraisal or date of death appraisal, it is important to make sure that they are experienced and are certified licensed appraisers. In addition, choosing an appraiser who is geographically competent is important. This is why we do not cover the entire State. We specialize in 16 of the 21 counties. We also take pride in keeping up with the latest technology so that we can deliver the highest quality reports in the most efficient manner.
If you are in need of an appraisal for estate planning purposes, please contact American Realty Appraisals or give us a call at 908-233-1337.
OUR SERVICE GUARANTEE
We strive for precise valuations backed by rigorous research. If you’re ever unsatisfied, let us know—we’ll make it right.
“Evan was contacted to obtain an appraisal of a property for inheritance tax purposes.”
“He was reasonably priced, responsive and provided a thorough appraisal that ended up saving my client a significant sum in inheritance taxes. I would recommend Evan to any of my clients and would use him personally for any and all appraisal work.”
– Gretchan O.
Ready to Get Started?
AR Appraisals makes it easy and fast to schedule your real estate appraisal, providing you with valuable peace of mind and accurate valuation. Ready to learn more? Click the link below and we’ll get back to you shortly.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does an estate appraisal work?
During an estate appraisal, an independent appraiser determines the fair market value of a property by first conducting an inspection. Then researches the market for comparables sales before reconciling a fair market value. Estate appraisals are typically required for tax purposes for those who are planning their will and estate or administering a loved one’s estate.
2. How much does an estate planning appraisal cost in NJ?
Most residential appraisals range from $450–$650. Contact us for a tailored quote.
3. What documents do I need for a date-of-death appraisal?
There are no documents required for the appraisal as we gather data from online records. If you have a list of improvements or significant issues, that can be helpful. We’ll guide you through any additional requests.
4. Are your appraisals accepted by courts and the IRS?
Yes. We follow USPAP standards and use verified comparable sales to produce defensible, IRS- and court-accepted reports.
5. How long will it take to get my report?
Standard delivery is 3–5 business days. Expedited (including same-day) services are available on request.
6. What valuation methods do you use?
Sales Comparison: An analysis of 3+ similar, recent sales to the effective date.
Market Approach: As a secondary analysis and when available, we often review how the market has appreciated or depreciated since the last purchase. We also account for improvements made.
Income Approach (rental & commercial only): Based on a property’s income potential.