02 / DATE OF DEATH
WHAT IS A DATE OF DEATH APPRAISAL
A date-of-death appraisal determines the fair market value of a commercial property as of the exact date the owner passed away. This retrospective valuation is required for IRS Form 706 (estate tax return) and establishes the stepped-up cost basis for beneficiaries — directly affecting how much they'll owe in capital gains taxes if the property is later sold.
Unlike a standard appraisal, a date-of-death valuation looks backward in time. Our appraisers analyze historical market conditions, comparable sales, income data, and economic factors from the date of death to produce a defensible, court-admissible valuation.
Greencrest provides date-of-death appraisals for commercial properties throughout Florida. Every report is prepared by MAI-certified appraisers, fully USPAP-compliant, and built to withstand IRS scrutiny.
03 / HOW IT WORKS
HOW IT WORKS
Request Your Appraisal
Tell us about the property and the date of death. We'll confirm scope, timeline, and pricing within one business day.
Report Preparation
We prepare a full narrative appraisal report using multiple valuation approaches — income, sales comparison, and cost — as required for IRS and court purposes.
Property Analysis
A MAI-certified appraiser inspects the property and researches historical market data, comparable sales, and income records from the date of death.
Delivery & Support
You receive a USPAP-compliant, court-admissible report. We're available to answer questions if needed.
04 / Why Choose Us
WHY USE GREENCREST
01
MAI-Certified Appraisers
Every commercial estate appraisal is handled by appraisers with the MAI designation — the highest professional credential in commercial real estate valuation.
02
IRS-Defensible Reports
Our reports are built to hold up. We use all three valuation approaches, document every assumption, and follow USPAP standards to the letter. If the IRS questions the valuation, the report speaks for itself.
03
Retrospective Expertise
Date-of-death appraisals require specialized skills that standard appraisers don't always have. Our team has deep experience in historical market analysis and retrospective commercial valuations.
04
Court-Admissible Documentation
Whether it's probate court, a tax dispute, or litigation between beneficiaries, our appraisals meet the evidentiary standards required for legal proceedings in Florida.
05
Statewide Florida Coverage
We appraise commercial properties throughout Florida — Miami, Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, Naples, and everywhere in between.
05 / OUR CLIENTS
