Residential appraisals in Santa Clara County, done right since 1985
Accurate, defensible home, condo and townhouse valuations for estate planning, probate, divorce, mortgage and more. You work directly with the appraiser who signs the report.
Appraisal services
Different situations need different reports. Tell me the purpose and I will make sure the appraisal meets the requirements of the court, attorney, lender or agency involved.
Estate planning
Current market value for trusts, gifting and planning with your attorney or CPA.
Date of death
Retrospective value as of the date of death, used for stepped-up tax basis.
Probate
Independent values for estate administration, sale or distribution among heirs.
Divorce
Unbiased valuations to support fair property division, buyouts and settlements.
Mortgage and refinance
Reports for purchase, refinance and home equity lending.
Other needs
Removing mortgage insurance, property tax review, partner buyouts and more. Just ask.
Property types
- Single-family homes
- Condominiums
- Townhouses
Cities served in Santa Clara County
Local knowledge matters. Values can change block by block, so each appraisal draws on current comparable sales in your specific neighborhood.
- San Jose
- Santa Clara
- Sunnyvale
- Milpitas
- Cupertino
- Saratoga
- Campbell
- Morgan Hill
- Gilroy
- Palo Alto
- Los Altos
- Mountain View
About Malin & Associates
I have been appraising residential real estate since 1985 and am a Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser licensed by the State of California (AR004756). Attorneys, trustees, executors, families and lenders rely on Malin & Associates for clear, well-supported reports.
Every assignment is handled personally, from the first phone call to the finished report.
Common questions
What is a date of death appraisal?
It establishes what a property was worth on the date someone passed away. Heirs and their tax professionals often use it to set the cost basis for the property.
Why do I need an appraisal for probate?
An independent value helps the executor or administrator report estate assets accurately and divide property fairly among beneficiaries.
Can you appraise a home for a divorce?
Yes. An impartial appraisal gives both parties a shared, supportable number for buyouts, sales or settlement negotiations.
How do I get started?
Fill out the short form below or call 408-857-9512. I will follow up to discuss the property, the purpose and the timeline.
Request an appraisal
Send a few details and I will call you back to talk through your needs.
408-857-9512 info@malinappraisal.com