Ex-Files: How should my ex and I get our property valued?

Q. My partner and I have separated, and we need to get a valuation of the family home and the beach house.

How much does a valuation cost, how long does it usually take to get the valuation, and can you give me some names of valuers who are reputable?

I am good friends with a local valuer, and I have asked if they will provide a valuation at a discounted price.

Valuers operate either on a local or national basis

Registered valuers generally specialise in specific areas or in specific types of property. For example, a residential valuer may cover specific post codes such as: West Auckland - from Avondale to Hobsonville, or: Rotorua to Tokoroa. A commercial valuer might specialise in hotels or shopping centres around the country.

You would not generally have the same valuer complete a valuation for your villa in Mt Eden and your bach in Omaha. Registered valuers are required to know the area they are valuing unless they are working under someone who is experienced in that area.

Valuations can vary considerably over time.

To read the full article on the NZ Herald website and find out more about the costs involved and finding a valuer click here

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