Trusted Real Estate Appraisals in Palm Desert & the Coachella Valley

Certified residential appraiser specializing in estate, divorce, date-of-death, and pre-purchase appraisals. Independent valuations designed to withstand scrutiny from attorneys, courts, and the IRS.

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20+ Years Experience
7,000+ Appraisals Completed
11 Coachella Valley Communities Served

Appraisal Services

Non-mortgage appraisals for attorneys, courts, estates, families, and individuals throughout the Coachella Valley.

Date of Death & Estate Appraisals

Establish fair market value as of the date of passing for IRS estate settlement, stepped-up tax basis, and probate proceedings. Reports meet all federal and state requirements.

Divorce & Bankruptcy Appraisals

Neutral, independent appraisals accepted by family courts and bankruptcy courts. Over 1,000 divorce appraisals completed with two-client discount available.

Expert Witness & Litigation Support

Qualified expert witness testimony for property disputes, tax appeals, and contested valuations. Professional reports designed for legal proceedings.

Pre-Purchase & Pre-Sale Appraisals

Know the true value before you buy or list. Avoid overpaying, set a realistic asking price, or support a family transaction at fair market value.

Bail Bond & Immigration Appraisals

Property valuations for bail bond collateral and immigration proceedings. Reports accepted by courts, bonding companies, and USCIS for visa and residency petitions.

Why Choose Brian Ward Appraisal

Certified & Experienced

California Certified Residential Appraiser with over two decades of experience and thousands of completed appraisals across the Coachella Valley.

Direct Communication

Work directly with the appraiser — no call centers, no runaround. You get personal attention from start to finish, with questions answered promptly.

Reports That Withstand Scrutiny

Every report is written to be clearly understood by attorneys, judges, the IRS, and financial institutions. Thorough documentation, defensible conclusions.

Local Market Knowledge

Deep familiarity with Coachella Valley neighborhoods, from Palm Springs mid-century estates to La Quinta golf communities and Desert Hot Springs developments.

Responsive Service

We work efficiently to meet your deadlines. Contact us to discuss your timeline and we'll provide a realistic schedule for your appraisal.

Fair, Transparent Pricing

Published fees starting at $299 with no hidden charges. Complex properties and rush delivery quoted upfront before any commitment.

Coachella Valley Market Snapshot

Key indicators for the residential real estate market. Data updated periodically.

Median Home Price
$575K
▲ 3.2% YoY
Median $/Sq Ft
$325
▲ 2.8% YoY
Days on Market
42
▼ 5 days YoY
Months of Inventory
3.1
Balanced market

Serving the Entire Coachella Valley

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