Real Estate Appraisals That Hold Up In Court, In Life, In Value

Clarity when it counts. Expertise you can rely on.

Certified, Court-Ready Real Estate Appraisals for Estates, Legal Matters, and Major Decisions

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The Appraisal That Moves You Forward

At Valiant, we believe that every real estate appraisal should do more than assign a number—it should answer a question. That’s why we deliver clear, court-defensible, and context-aware property valuations that help clients make smart decisions during life’s most important transitions.

Whether you're navigating probate, negotiating divorce, planning a renovation, or appealing property taxes, we combine precision and strategy to move you forward.

Learn how we help clients move forward with confidence.

Who We Serve       

At Valiant Appraisal Services, we work with a wide range of clients navigating important financial and life decisions. Whether you're preparing to sell, planning an estate, or managing a legal matter, we deliver appraisals that stand up to scrutiny—and help you move forward with clarity.

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    For Homeowners & Sellers

    You’re making a big decision—selling, renovating, refinancing, or planning ahead. We’re here to ensure your home’s value is documented with care and precision, so you can take the next step with confidence.

    Popular Services:

    • Pre-Listing & FSBO Appraisals

    • Before & After Renovation Valuations

    • PMI Removal & Tax Appeals

    • Insurance Claim Support

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    For Attorneys, Estate Executors, & Advisors

    We provide legally-defensible appraisals to support your clients through high-stakes moments—whether handling probate, divorce, or financial disputes. Every report is prepared with clarity, accuracy, and courtroom-ready documentation.

    Popular Services:

    • Estate Appraisals

    • Date of Death Valuations

    • Divorce & Equitable Distribution

    • Probate Proceedings

What Our Clients Say

  • David with Valiant is incredibly knowledgeable, worked with us on a job that involved a very small data set to learn from and managed to make it work and provide us with a lot of information to help us make informed decisions on our project. I've worked with dozens of appraisers over the years and David's definitely the best out there. Highly recommend!

    — Stav Chen

  • David from Valiant Appraisal was fantastic. I needed a report on a short deadline, and he came through for me. The price was fair, the report was on point, and the best part was that David was available via text or phone call anytime I had a question or concern. Top-notch service, highly recommend!

    — Carmen

  • “David helped us get a more realistic price range for our house. He walked us through and explained everything in great detail. I appreciate his honesty. We will definitely recommend him to our friends and neighbors!”

    — Tamira Ferrer

  • "We needed an appraisal for a divorce MSA, and David was able to come within the same week. […] He was transparent with information and provided a very detailed breakdown of the appraisal. […] I appreciated his professionalism, attention to detail, and friendliness. Would not hesitate to use him again!"

    — Di Wu

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Meet David Ziccardi, Certified Residential Appraiser

I'm David Ziccardi, a PA & NJ Certified Residential Appraiser and founder of Valiant Appraisal Services.

I founded Valiant to do more than generate reports. I wanted to provide strategic guidance and valuation clarity for people making complex real estate decisions.

“My role is part analyst, part translator, and part guide. I want every client to leave with more knowledge than they came in with.”

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Why Choose Valiant?

At Valiant Appraisal Services, we believe a valuation should do more than satisfy paperwork — it should empower you to move forward, smarter and stronger.

  • Expert Market Knowledge: Expert neighborhood-level insight with a broader market view.

  • Transparent Methodology: Clear, step-by-step valuation processes you can trust.

  • Human-Centered Service: We're your partners — not just your appraisers.

Your property deserves more than a number.

It deserves clarity you can trust — and a partner you can count on.

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Valuation Insights for Life’s Big Decisions

Curious when you really need an appraisal—or how property values are determined? Our articles are built to give homeowners, attorneys, and financial professionals clear, jargon-free guidance on estate planning, tax filings, renovations, and more. We break down complex topics with the same clarity and care that define our reports—so you can move forward with confidence.

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