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Family Law Property Valuation - Independent & Defensible

In a separation or divorce, the property is usually the largest asset — and the number attached to it decides how the pool is divided. A family law valuation is an independent, qualified-valuer figure that both parties (and, if it goes there, the court) can rely on, rather than one side’s estimate.

When you need one
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  • Dividing assets on separation or divorce — the property’s market value sets what each party is working from.
  • A consent order or property settlement — a defensible figure reduces the room for dispute.
  • One party keeping the home — an independent value protects everyone, including the party being bought out.
  • A market value as at a past separation date — this is a retrospective valuation; we can value as at the agreed date.

Why independence is the whole point
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A family law number can be tested by the other side, their lawyer, or the court, so it has to stand on its own: comparable sales, a clear methodology, and a valuer with no stake in the outcome. An agent’s appraisal — an opinion aimed at winning a listing — is not the same thing and is easily challenged. See valuation vs appraisal.

Desktop or on-site?
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Family law matters are more likely to be scrutinised, so an on-site (inspected) valuation (from $587) is often the safer choice — the valuer sees condition, improvements and features first-hand. A desktop assessment (from $254) can suit straightforward cases. Tell us the situation and we’ll recommend the right level with a fixed price first.

Common questions
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Will a family law valuation hold up if it's contested?
A signed valuation by a qualified valuer, built on comparable sales and a clear methodology, is far stronger than an estimate or an agent appraisal. For higher-conflict matters an inspected (on-site) valuation is the safer choice. We provide the valuation; your lawyer advises on the settlement.
Can you value as at the separation date, not today?
Yes — that's a retrospective valuation, assessing market value as at the agreed past date using sales evidence from around then. Earlier is easier, as evidence ages.
Is this legal or financial advice?
No — we provide an independent property valuation only. Your lawyer or financial adviser handles the settlement and any advice.
What does it cost?
Fixed price confirmed before you proceed: desktop from $254, on-site from $587. Final scope depends on the property and how the valuation will be used.

Related guides: retrospective valuations · desktop vs on-site · CGT valuations.

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General information only — not tax, financial or legal advice. The signed valuation is provided by a qualified valuer.