Contra Costa County
Records conflict with property
When public records, old listings, or family descriptions disagree with what is on the ground today.
In Contra Costa County, timing and documentation problems span west-county stock, Lamorinda hillsides, central suburbs, inland communities, and Discovery Bay, each with its own sales history and records quirks. Records conflict with property is one of the timing and documentation situations that regularly shows up in estate work here.
Record conflicts between assessor data, old listings, and the physical home are common on older west-county and hillside stock.
For this Contra Costa County situation, collect the conflicting documents and a current description of what is actually on site.
Conflicting records are common in older Bay Area stock. The appraisal should reconcile or disclose the conflict instead of quietly picking the flattering number.
James provides independent residential appraisal for appropriate retrospective and current assignments. He does not provide legal, tax, title, or estate-administration advice; effective dates and intended use should be confirmed with the attorney, CPA, and other Core 4 professionals.