Who Pays For An Appraisal During Divorce?

Responsibility for a divorce appraisal fee should be confirmed before the work is ordered. The fee may be shared or paid by one party under the arrangement for the matter.

Typical cost sharing

If considering one neutral appraiser, agree who will engage the provider, who will receive the report and how the fee will be paid. Put the arrangement in writing.

When one spouse pays

If one party orders a separate report, confirm that engagement’s payment terms. Ask your attorney about any reimbursement or sharing question instead of assuming how it will be handled.

Extra or competing appraisals

A second appraisal or further support may involve an additional fee. Ask what each engagement includes and who is responsible for its payment.

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