Estate & Legal Property Valuations
Court-ready valuations
when it matters most.
Independent, certified valuations for wills & probate, divorce settlements, family law, and building disputes. Conducted by valuers experienced in court proceedings and cross-examination.
Price reflects complexity.
Final cost confirmed before payment, based on property type, location, and legal complexity.
What's included
- Physical site inspection
- Full written valuation report
- Comparable sales evidence
- API/AVI registered valuer signature
- Retrospective valuations (date of death)
- Court-ready format, cross-examination ready
Usually delivered within 4 business days
Complex matters may take longer — we'll confirm at time of order
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We understand the circumstances
Estate, probate, and family law matters are rarely straightforward — and often emotionally difficult. Our team and valuers handle every matter with discretion, professionalism, and care. If you're unsure what you need or want to talk it through first, contact us before ordering.
When to use this service
Legal matters that require
a certified valuation
Courts, solicitors, and government bodies require property valuations to be prepared by a certified, independent valuer — not an agent appraisal or automated estimate. hovr connects you with valuers who understand the standards of evidence required and have experience appearing before tribunals and courts.
Retrospective Date-of-Death Valuations
For probate and estate administration, a valuation may be required as at the date of the deceased's death — which could be months or years in the past. Our valuers are experienced in retrospective valuations and can prepare a defensible historical assessment using archived market data.
Valid for 90 Days
Estate valuations are valid for 90 days from the date of valuation. Where legal proceedings extend beyond this period, the valuer can provide a confirmation letter or updated report.
Wills & Probate
Establish the market value of estate property assets for the purposes of administering a will or applying for probate.
Divorce & Separation
Court-ready property valuations for asset pool calculations in family law proceedings, binding financial agreements, and consent orders.
Building Disputes
Independent valuations for building disputes that have reached mediation or court, including diminution-of-value assessments.
Partner & Business Settlements
Property valuations for partnership dissolution, business settlement, or any commercial dispute requiring an independent expert determination.
Compulsory Acquisition
Expert valuations for properties subject to compulsory acquisition by government or statutory bodies, supporting fair compensation claims.
Capital Gains & Tax
Market value determinations for CGT purposes, including pre-CGT assets and date-of-death valuations for estate tax calculations.
Simple Process
How it works
Submit your request
Provide the property address, the nature of the legal matter, and the required valuation date (current or retrospective). We'll confirm the scope and final price before you pay.
We match a specialist valuer
Our algorithm assigns an independently matched, API or AVI-registered valuer with experience in legal matters and court work — ensuring the report will withstand challenge.
Site inspection & assessment
Unlike desktop valuations, estate valuations require a physical site inspection. Your valuer will attend the property, document its condition, and conduct a full market analysis including comparable sales.
Court-ready report delivered
A comprehensive written valuation report is delivered within approximately 4 business days. It is formatted to meet the evidentiary standards of courts and tribunals, includes the valuer's professional indemnity insurance details, and is signed and certified.
Who It's For
Built for legal professionals & families
Solicitors & Conveyancers
Require a certified, independent valuation to support estate administration, property settlements, or court filings. hovr provides court-ready reports with full methodology.
Order for a matterExecutors & Beneficiaries
Need a clear, defensible market value for estate property to divide assets fairly, apply for probate, or report to the ATO.
Order valuationFamily Law Practitioners
Property valuations are central to asset pool calculations. hovr valuers are experienced in the evidentiary standards required by the Family Court of Australia.
Order for a clientAccountants & Tax Advisers
Date-of-death and historical valuations for CGT calculations, estate tax reporting, and pre-CGT asset assessments.
Order valuationQualified & Insured
Valuers with courtroom experience
Estate valuations are only allocated to valuers on the hovr platform with demonstrated experience in legal matters — including preparation of expert witness reports, attendance at mediation, and cross-examination in court and tribunal proceedings.
Every valuer holds current registration with the Australian Property Institute (API) or Australian Valuers Institute (AVI) and carries professional indemnity insurance. Their insurance details are included in the report so your solicitor has everything they need.
Australian Property Institute
Australian Valuers Institute
The report was thorough, well-structured and held up without question during proceedings. The valuer was clearly experienced with the level of evidence required.
Solicitor, Estate Matter
Adelaide
We needed a retrospective valuation from three years ago and hovr delivered a fully documented assessment within days. Exactly what we needed for probate.
Executor
Melbourne
The report format was immediately familiar to the court — clear methodology, comparable evidence, signed and insured. No issues at all.
Family Law Practitioner
Brisbane
Used hovr for a building dispute that went to VCAT. The valuer attended the hearing and gave evidence confidently. Would use again.
Property Owner
Sydney
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Common Questions
Questions from solicitors & executors
Ready to proceed?
A valuation your solicitor
can stand behind.
Court-ready, certified, and delivered by a valuer who understands the standard of evidence required. Australia-wide coverage. Price confirmed before you pay.
Order an Estate Valuation
- Physical site inspection
- Full written report with evidence
- API/AVI registered & insured valuer
- Retrospective valuations available
- Court & tribunal ready
Terms & Conditions
- hovr acts as an agent connecting clients requiring valuations with valuers operating in the area where the property is located.
- All valuers on our platform are certified and must maintain current registration with either the Australian Property Institute (API) or the Australian Valuers Institute (AVI). Governance and independence are key to a fair market.
- All information provided by hovr is intended to be general in nature and does not constitute personal financial product advice. Before acting on any information, seek independent financial advice.
- Full terms and conditions are available via the links in the footer.