Contra Costa County
Square footage records do not match
When living-area figures conflict across tax records, old listings, and the physical home.
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. Square footage records do not match is one of the timing and documentation situations that regularly shows up in estate work here.
Square-footage disagreements often involve garage conversions or additions; define living-area treatment for the intended use.
For this Contra Costa County situation, share tax records, old listings, and floor plans if available; living-area treatment will follow a defined approach for the intended use.
Living-area conflicts are a documentation problem before they are a value argument. James addresses them inside a defined assignment approach rather than averaging incompatible figures.
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.