Matrimonial Valuation
If you require an independent property valuation during a divorce, separation or financial settlement, our experienced RICS Registered Valuers can provide an impartial assessment of your property’s current market value.
Whether you’ve been asked by your solicitor, require a valuation for negotiations or simply need an independent opinion to help move matters forward, we’ll provide clear advice and a professionally prepared valuation report.
What Is a Matrimonial Valuation?
A Matrimonial Valuation is an independent assessment of a property’s current market value prepared for divorce, separation or financial settlement purposes.
An impartial valuation helps both parties understand the property’s market value at the relevant date, providing an objective basis for discussions and helping to support informed decisions throughout the process.
Unlike an estate agent’s appraisal, a Matrimonial Valuation is prepared by a RICS Registered Valuer using recognised professional standards, local market knowledge and comparable sales evidence.
When Might You Need a Matrimonial Valuation?
A Matrimonial Valuation is commonly required when:
- Divorce proceedings.
- Separation.
- Financial settlement negotiations.
- Solicitor requests.
- Mediation.
- Property transfer between former partners.
If you’re unsure whether an independent valuation is required, we’ll be happy to discuss your circumstances before arranging your appointment.
What's Included in a Matrimonial Valuation?
Every Matrimonial Valuation is tailored to the individual property and the purpose of the instruction.
Where required, one of our RICS Registered Valuers will inspect the property, considering its size, construction, accommodation, condition, location and any factors that may influence its value.
The inspection is supported by comparable property sales together with current market evidence to establish an independent opinion of the property’s current market value.
Once completed, you’ll receive a professionally prepared valuation report suitable for use during divorce, separation or financial settlement discussions.
How the Matrimonial Valuation Process Works
Arranging your Matrimonial Valuation is straightforward.
Once you contact us, we’ll discuss your requirements, explain the information we’ll need and arrange an inspection at a convenient time.
Following the inspection, the valuation is prepared using comparable sales evidence together with current market conditions before your completed report is issued.
If you have any questions after receiving your report, we’ll be happy to explain the valuation and discuss the findings with you.
Information We'll Need
To help us arrange your Matrimonial Valuation, we’ll normally ask for:
- The property address.
- Your contact details.
- Access arrangements for the property.
- The purpose of the valuation.
- Any relevant information that may assist the valuation.
If you don’t yet have all of this information available, don’t worry. We’ll explain what’s needed before arranging your appointment.
Matrimonial Valuation or Red Book Valuation?
A Matrimonial Valuation is specifically prepared to assist with divorce, separation and financial settlement matters.
A RICS Red Book Valuation may be required where a formal valuation is needed for other legal, taxation, secured lending or financial reporting purposes.
If you’re unsure which valuation is appropriate, we’ll explain the differences and recommend the most suitable service before preparing your quotation.
Why Choose Viking Surveyors?
Choosing the right valuer is just as important as obtaining an accurate valuation. Our experienced team provides independent advice, professional valuations and clear communication throughout the process.
RICS Registered Valuers
Every Matrimonial Valuation is prepared by an experienced RICS Registered Valuer working to recognised professional standards.
Independent Advice
We provide objective valuations based on professional judgement, comparable sales evidence and current market conditions.
Prompt Turnaround
We understand that financial settlements often work to strict timescales and aim to provide reports as quickly as possible following inspection.
Nationwide Coverage
Our RICS Registered Valuers carry out Help to Buy Valuations for residential properties across England.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. In many cases, both parties agree to instruct a single independent RICS Registered Valuer. This can help provide an impartial opinion of the property’s market value and reduce the need for separate valuations.
In most cases, yes. Inspecting the property allows the valuer to consider its condition, accommodation, construction and any factors that may influence its market value.
Yes. Matrimonial Valuations are often instructed directly by solicitors acting on behalf of one or both parties. We can also accept instructions directly from homeowners.
If either party has questions about the valuation, we’re happy to explain how the figure was reached and the market evidence that supports it. An independent valuation often helps provide a fair starting point for discussions.
Yes. Many couples obtain an independent valuation to support financial discussions during mediation, helping both parties work from the same objective assessment of the property’s value.
Yes. A property doesn’t need to be occupied for a Matrimonial Valuation to be completed. As long as suitable access can be arranged, the valuation can usually proceed in the normal way.
Yes. We carry out Matrimonial Valuations for residential properties across England through our network of experienced RICS Registered Valuers.
Yes. Every situation is different. We’ll explain the available options and recommend the most appropriate valuation before arranging your appointment.
Get In Touch
If you require a Matrimonial Valuation or you’re unsure whether this is the right valuation for your circumstances, we’re here to help. Tell us a little about your property and we’ll explain the process before preparing your quotation.
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Areas We Cover
Our RICS Registered Valuers carry out Matrimonial Valuations for residential properties across England. Use the map below to find your nearest office and the locations it covers.