Estate settlement is often stressful, but a very important job; sometimes responsible for wearing many hats to administrate the Estate, Safeguard Assets, Investment of Trust Assets, just to name a few. You have been entrusted to carry out the wishes of the deceased as swiftly and respectfully as possible. You can count on us to act quickly and with as much empathy to the feelings of everyone left behind.

1. We comprehend these requirements and are acclimated to dealing with all parties involved.
2. We assemble appraisal reports that exceed the needs of the legal system and various groups.
3. The Appraisal Station is accustomed to the procedures and requirements in performing a retroactive appraisal with an effective date and fair market value estimate.
4. All of opur appraisals meet the highest standards of Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).
5. All of opur appraisals are fully defensible in court, (Expert Witness Testimony), if needed.

Most of the time people do not fully appreciate the requirement to have an intricate appraisal report prepared. Our reports are rich in analysis, graphs, and charts which further help the reader better understand the entire appraisal report.

The Appraisal Station provides:
Date of Death Appraisals / Retrospective Appraisals
Our Date of Death Appraisals and Retrospective Appraisals:
- are unbiased property value assessments—ideal for insurance claims, tax appeals, and legal disputes. We analyze historical market data to produce defensible reports for residential homes, condos, and vacant land. 

Our Date of Death Appraisals meet IRS and court requirements. Robert Howlett’s expertise in historical market analysis provides the precise benchmarks needed for estate tax filings and trust settlements. If you’re comparing “house appraisal cost” or seeking a “house appraisal near me,” The Appraisal Station delivers timely, defensible reports that stand up to legal scrutiny.

REO and Foreclosure Appraisals
Our REO and Foreclosure Appraisals are unbiased, accurate valuations for lenders, asset managers, and investors handling distressed properties. Robert Howlett’s detailed reports help stakeholders make informed decisions on acquisitions, write-downs, and liquidation strategies. For specialized real estate appraisal of REO homes, trust the depth and speed of The Appraisal Station.

Reverse Mortgage Appraisals
Our Reverse Mortgage Appraisals. HUD-approved and lender-compliant, our valuation reports ensure borrowers receive fair proceeds. 

• State certified residential real estate appraiser and licensed real estate broker/agent
• 4 Designations - SRA, AI-RRS, ASA, MNAA, Green
• Over 20 years of experience as a real estate appraiser - FHA approved - Luxury home experience
• Areas covered - Los Angeles, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties

Affiliations - The Appraisal Institute; Department of Real Estate, Bureau of Real Estate Appraisers and the National Association of Realtors and  formerly with the American Society of Appraisers and the National Association of Independent Fee Appraisers