appraised value

Property ValuationLegal glossary term

Legal Definition

Appraised value refers to the monetary worth of a specific asset, property, or business, determined by an appraisal process for legal or financial purposes. It is a formal determination of the price of an asset, often required in legal proceedings such as litigation, contract execution, or estate planning.

Plain-English Translation

Imagine figuring out exactly how much something is worth—like a house or a valuable piece of land—using math and expert judgment, because this number is important for deciding who gets paid or what the asset is worth in a lawsuit.

Context in Contracts

It matters because it sets the baseline for claims, determines damages in a lawsuit, establishes the consideration in a contract, or defines the assets within an estate plan. The appraised value dictates what is being claimed or transferred.

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Determining the appraised value of a property to calculate damages for a homeowner's claim.

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Setting the appraised value of a business asset before a sale under contract.

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What is it?

The monetary estimate of an asset, property, or business, determined by a qualified appraiser to establish its fair market value for legal settlement, tax purposes, or contractual obligations.

Why does it matter?

It matters because it sets the baseline for claims, determines damages in a lawsuit, establishes the consideration in a contract, or defines the assets within an estate plan. The appraised value dictates what is being claimed or transferred.

When does it matter?

When determining the financial worth of real property in a legal dispute, when setting the terms of a sale or purchase agreement, or when calculating the net worth of a business for tax or inheritance purposes.

Where is it usually seen?

In legal documents like settlement agreements, court filings (e.g., in a complaint or motion), estate planning documents, and real estate transaction records.

Who is affected?

The plaintiff, the defendant, the estate planner, the creditor seeking compensation, and the appraiser who performs the valuation.

How does it work?

It works by applying established appraisal methodologies to determine the price of an asset, often involving a formal appraisal report that justifies the amount claimed or agreed upon in a legal context.

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Appraised value

An appraised value (United States) or mortgage valuation (Australia) pertains to the assessed value of real property in the opinion of a qualified appraiser or valuer. It is usually a pre-qualification & risk-based pricing factor related to the issuance of...

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