Kenneth I. Kirshner
Certified General Real Estate Appraiser
LIC# AG005610
Serving Los Angeles County Since 1985
Phone: (310) 709-0112
Email: ken@kirshnerappraisal.com
Comprehensive Residential Appraisal Services
Kirshner Appraisal Services provides independent, well supported real estate valuation services throughout Los Angeles County, with particular emphasis in Western Los Angeles communities including Beverly Hills, Santa Monica, Brentwood, Pacific Palisades, Bel Air, and Malibu.
With over 40 years of experience, Kenneth I. Kirshner provides valuation services for the full spectrum of residential property types. While all properties are appraised with the same diligence and professionalism, complex, luxury, and high value residential properties have been his specialty for more than 20 years.
Professional Integrity and Experience Since 1985
Kirshner Appraisal Services is built on:
- Independence and objectivity
- Analytical depth
- Direct appraiser involvement
- Clear and defensible reporting
- Discretion and confidentiality
Whether valuing a standard residential property or a complex multi-million dollar estate, each assignment receives careful attention and professional oversight.
Services
Residential Appraisals
Services include valuation of:
- Single family residences
- Condominiums and townhomes
- 2–4-unit residential income properties
- Vacant Land
Each report is developed in compliance with USPAP and applicable federal and state regulations.
Complex, Luxury & High Value Appraisals
Extensive experience and specialty focus with:
- Multi-million-dollar estates
- Custom built and architecturally significant homes
- Large estates and view oriented parcels
- High end renovations and new construction
- Unique properties requiring detailed market support
Each report is developed in compliance with USPAP and applicable federal and state regulations.
Casualty Loss and Wildfire Related Appraisals
Professional valuation services are available to assist property owners and advisors following casualty events, including wildfire related losses.
Services include:
- IRS casualty loss reporting
- Insurance claim dispute support
- Pre loss and post loss fair market value determinations
- Retrospective valuations for tax or legal purposes
Valuations are carefully researched and market supported to help ensure accurate valuations.
Estate, Trust and Date of Death Appraisals
Kirshner Appraisal Services provides valuation services for trustees, executors, fiduciaries, and estate planning professionals.
Services include:
- Date of death appraisals
- Step up basis valuations
- IRS reporting and federal estate tax purposes
- Trust administration and asset distribution
- Retrospective valuations
Reports are clearly documented and prepared for review by attorneys, accountants, and tax authorities.
Divorce, Litigation and Expert Witness Services
Independent and impartial valuation services for:
- Divorce and marital dissolution
- Partition actions
- Diminution of value claims
- Complex real estate related disputes
- Unique properties requiring detailed market support
Expert Witness Experience
Kenneth I. Kirshner has extensive experience serving as an Expert Witness in complex real estate valuation disputes. His testimony is grounded in thorough, market-supported analysis and presented with clarity, professionalism, and precision. Each appraisal report is prepared with a clearly defined scope of work, comprehensive market research, well documented methodology, and logically reconciled conclusions. When called upon, Mr. Kirshner provides objective, professional testimony, effectively communicating complex valuation findings to attorneys, fiduciaries, and other stakeholders. His expertise ensures that valuations are defensible, credible, and aligned with recognized industry standards.Email: ken@kirshnerappraisal.com
Phone: (310) 709-0112