Raena Lynn & Associates provides certified, accurate appraisals for a wide range of needs across Contra Costa, Alameda, and Solano Counties.
🏡 Estate Settlement & Date of Death
An essential part of evaluating an estate’s value is as of the date of the homeowner’s passing. Taxes are owed on any increase in value between the “stepped up basis” — determined by the appraisal — and the time of sale. Raena’s date-of-death appraisals are court-ready and delivered with empathy for families navigating a difficult time.
⚖️ Divorce Appraisals
The home holds significant emotional value for each spouse, but the reasons motivating each party may differ. A certified appraiser provides an impartial opinion of the home’s market value, which can be used to negotiate an acceptable sale price or buyout. Raena is a court-qualified expert witness and has helped many clients reach fair, equitable resolutions.
📋 Pre-Listing Appraisals
Not every home is easy to value through a Comparative Market Analysis. A pre-listing appraisal is especially valuable when your property has distinctive features, unique architecture, or is in a market with limited comparable sales. Know your home’s true value before you list — avoid under-pricing or scaring off buyers.
🤝 Private Sales & Buy-Outs
Interested in buying or selling a property not listed on the open market? For example, a tenant purchasing from their landlord, or one sibling buying out another’s share of an inherited property. An independent appraisal ensures both parties agree on a fair price backed by professional data.
📐 Measurement-Only Assessments
If you only need the square footage of your property, there’s no need for a comprehensive inspection. The property will be measured using ANSI Standardized Property Measuring guidelines, accurate to the nearest inch, with a computer-generated floor plan and sketch included.
🎁 Charitable Gift Appraisals
An appraisal for planned or charitable giving is a professional valuation of a non-cash asset you intend to donate to a charity. Conducted by a qualified certified appraiser, this appraisal provides an unbiased valuation required by the IRS for tax deduction purposes.
Not sure which service you need?
Contact Raena directly — she’ll help you figure out exactly what’s needed for your situation.