22+ Years Experience
7,000+ Appraisals Completed
125+ Communities Across California

Our Expert Services

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Date of Death Appraisals

IRS-compliant retrospective appraisals for step-up in basis, estate tax returns, probate, and trust administration.

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Divorce Appraisals

Impartial property valuations for equitable distribution with a two-client option for both spouses.

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Bankruptcy Appraisals

Defensible property valuations for Chapter 7, 11, and 13 filings in a court-ready format.

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Pre-Purchase/Pre-Sale

Independent valuations before buying or selling to negotiate fair prices and avoid appraisal surprises.

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Proposition 19 Transfers

Accurate valuations for inherited property transfers under California Prop 19 to determine tax reassessment exposure.

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Expert Witness & Litigation

Qualified expert testimony, appraisal review, and litigation-ready reports for contested property matters.

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Desktop Appraisals Across California

Need an appraisal outside San Diego or Riverside County? We provide USPAP-compliant desktop appraisals for estates, divorce, bankruptcy, and tax matters in 125+ communities across 16 California counties — from Los Angeles and Orange County to the Bay Area and Sacramento.

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Why Choose Brian Ward Appraisal?

Quality Reports

Detailed, descriptive analysis that is logical, clearly written, and able to endure scrutiny from attorneys, judges, the IRS, and opposing counsel.

Direct Communication

Professional, friendly, and helpful service with direct access to the appraiser working on your report.

Competitive Rates

Desktop appraisals starting at $299 and full-service options for San Diego and Riverside Counties. Your fee is quoted before you commit.

Certified & Experienced

Every report completed by a certified appraiser with 7,000+ appraisals over 22 years. No trainees.

Our Pledge

We will not accept your order if we do not believe we can produce a credible valuation to satisfy your need.

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Contact us for a free, no-pressure consultation about your appraisal needs.

Contact Us Today email contact@brianward.com or call (888) 844-1733