
Redondo Beach Inheritance Appraisals — Neutral & Court-Defensible
Independent valuations for inherited property, trusted by attorneys and executors across Redondo Beach. USPAP-compliant reports suitable for IRS step-up basis and court filings.
Who It’s For — And When You Need a Date-of-Death Appraisal
Clear, defensible valuations for families, executors, trustees, attorneys, and CPAs handling Redondo Beach properties tied to inheritance and estate settlement.
Estate / Probate Filings
Retrospective value set to the decedent’s date of death (DOD) for court or executor records.
Step-Up in Basis / Tax
Support for CPAs and attorneys calculating basis and potential capital gains exposure (Form 706 / 8971 contexts).
Trust & Beneficiary Distributions
Neutral valuation for fair division among heirs and trustees—reduces disputes and accelerates resolution.
Refinance, Sale, or Buyout Decisions
Use the DOD value as a baseline for next-step planning, pricing, or buyout negotiations.
IRS / Form 706 Support
Documentation aligned to USPAP with retrospective effective dates and clear workfile traceability.
Retrospective + Current “As-Is” Pair
Option to include both the DOD value and today’s market value in one engagement.
Trusted by Families, Attorneys & CPAs in Redondo Beach
Defensible, IRS-accepted, and court-ready inheritance appraisals — including date-of-death (DOD) retrospective valuations — delivered with local expertise across North & South Redondo, Riviera Village, Golden Hills, and The Avenues. USPAP-compliant and built for probate, trust, and estate filings.
USPAP Certified
Court-defensible standards for inheritance and probate appraisals, including retrospective (DOD) and current “as-is” reports.
IRS Documentation Ready
Step-Up Basis support with clear documentation for IRS Form 706 & 8971, trusted by CPAs and estate attorneys.
Appraisal Institute Member
National standards body membership ensures ethical, neutral, and independent valuations for heirs and executors.
What You’ll Need for a Date-of-Death Appraisal
Having these items ready helps us deliver USPAP-compliant, court-defensible inheritance appraisals for probate, trust, and IRS filings in Redondo Beach.
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Title/deed or assessor record to confirm ownership.
Property Address & Ownership Details -
The effective date used for the retrospective valuation.
Date of Death (DOD) -
Primary point of contact for probate, trust, or IRS coordination.
Executor / Attorney Contacts -
Useful for cross-reference and historical context.
Prior Appraisals / Tax Assessments -
Keys, gate codes, or occupant coordination for inspection.
Property Access Details -
Trust/will documents, probate filings, or CPA requests (Forms 706 & 8971).
Supporting Documents

Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about Date-of-Death (DOD) and inheritance appraisals in Redondo Beach.
Are your appraisals IRS-accepted?
Yes. All inheritance appraisals are USPAP-compliant and meet IRS requirements for Form 706 and Form 8971, as well as California probate courts.
How long does a date-of-death appraisal take?
Most reports are completed in 3–5 business days. Expedited turnaround is available for court or IRS deadlines.
Do you work with attorneys and CPAs?
Yes. We coordinate directly with estate attorneys, probate courts, and CPAs to ensure valuations support filings and tax strategies.
What if the property changed after the date of death?
We use retrospective market data to determine value as of the date of death, regardless of renovations or updates made since then.
Can you handle multiple properties or estates?
Absolutely. We can appraise single homes or entire portfolios across Redondo Beach, the South Bay, and greater Los Angeles.
Do you provide both retrospective and current values?
Yes. Many families request both the Date-of-Death appraisal and today’s “as-is” market value for estate planning or buyout purposes.
Serving Redondo Beach & the South Bay
Local expertise matters. We provide inheritance, probate, and date‑of‑death appraisals across Redondo Beach and surrounding South Bay communities.
Covering coastal & inland neighborhoods across the South Bay.
Ready to Begin Your Inheritance Appraisal?
Whether you’re an executor, attorney, or family member, we provide USPAP-compliant, IRS-accepted valuations for inheritance, probate, and trust settlement in Redondo Beach and the South Bay.

Everything You Need.
Inheritance appraisals in Redondo Beach built on accuracy, neutrality, and local expertise.
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