Philip Goff knows the special needs of estate executors

The job of settling an estate, often a source of stress is very important. As an executor you have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the departed as swiftly and exactly as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much empathy to the feelings of everyone left behind.

Part of Philip Goff's drive is to create top-notch, ethical appraisals that attorneys can depend on. There are specific needs for everyone; we understand these requirements and are used to to dealing with all parties involved. Because of our familiarity in working with the courts and other agencies, we provide reports that definitely transcend all expectations.

Settling an estate most often requires an appraisal to suggest fair market value for the home involved. We empathize that in times like this, ordering an appraisal is the furthest thought from your mind. Due to this, it is possible that the time of death differs from the date the appraisal is ordered. Our company is accustomed to the procedures and requirements necessary to produce a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate matching the exact date you suffered the loss of your loved one. The ethics provision stated within the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) attunes our company to confidentiality, providing the strongest degree of discretion for you and your loved ones.

Most people don't realize that the IRS requires reports filed to explain the numbers involved in estate sales.

Opinions of value shown in documents filed with the the IRS and GA state agencies definitely should be backed by a comprehensive report as to how the appraiser arrived at his conclusions. Such a report will definitely demonstrate to the authorities that the numbers used are accurate and substantiated.

Having a professional appraisal from Philip Goff gives the executor undeniable facts and figures to work with in meeting IRS and GA state agency requirements. It assures peace of mind to everyone concerned because we will always be there to stand behind the appraisal if it is ever challenged.

An accurate report showing the appraiser's opinion of value is required to support the methods the appraiser used to come to his conclusions.