Certainty, where value is hardest to establish.

For two decades, owners of Metro Vancouver's most significant homes, and the lawyers, accountants, and lenders who advise them, have relied on Appraise Wise for valuations that hold: in negotiation, in court, and before the CRA.
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About
Appraise Wise

When the value of a home must be established beyond question, Appraise Wise is who discerning clients call.

We specialize in luxury and complex residential property: the estates, architectural homes, and waterfront holdings where value is neither obvious nor easily defended. Serving Metro Vancouver and Kamloops.

Every assignment is independent, CUSPAP compliant, and grounded in documented analysis. The result is a valuation that holds, in negotiation, in court, and before the CRA.

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Six Areas of Practice, One Standard of Rigor.

Sale & Pre-Listing

An independent benchmark of value for distinctive homes where comparables are thin.
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Divorce & Separation

Impartial valuations as of the date your matter requires, prepared to withstand scrutiny.
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Estate & Probate

Retrospective, date-of-death valuations the courts accept without question.
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Taxation & Capital Gains

Defensible fair market values that satisfy the CRA.
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Legal

Court-ready reports relied upon in litigation, lending, and expropriation.
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Financing

Independent valuations for purchase, refinance, and private lending on complex homes.
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Appraise Wise in Action

Trusted residential and insurance appraisals, delivered by a team you can put a face to.

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Why Appraise Wise

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100%

Independent — No Transaction Interest

20+

Years in High-Value Residential

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CUSPAP

Canada's National Appraisal Standard

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Led personally,
by the principal.

Appraise Wise is led by Sid Malhotra, MBA, P.App, CRA.

For more than twenty years he has valued the homes that resist easy valuation, and advised the owners, lawyers, accountants, and lenders who depend on getting it right. Every engagement is his, personally.

Trusted by the professionals who advise on value.

Family and estate lawyers, accountants, private lenders, and the region's leading luxury brokerages rely on Appraise Wise for valuations they can put their name beside.

Trusted by the Professionals
who advise on value.

Family and estate lawyers, accountants, private lenders, and the region's leading luxury brokerages rely on Appraise Wise for valuations they can put their name beside.

"Sid, the appraiser is very professional to deal with."
Noy Aavendano
"Sid was so kind, present, warm and very considerate of our space. He had great questions to ask and his communication was thorough. We would love to have him come by again next time."
Harmony Shire
"Great appraisal work, fast, accommodating to my schedule, friendly, exceptional value"
Andy Hsieh
"I used the appraisal service. They are professional and on delivered the report on time. Would like to recommend to others."
Kyle April
"had an exceptional experience with Appraise Wise Consulting Group for my property appraisal in June 2026. The entire team is incredibly professional, efficient, and prompt."
Karan Aggarwal
"I had great experience working with Sid for condo appraisal. He explained the entire process in detail and shared personal experiences which makes process clear. Highly recommended him for any appraisal needs."
Deepak Sharma

Considered analysis of the markets where value is hardest to read.

Read our latest commentary on Metro Vancouver and Fraser Valley values.

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General

BC Assessment vs. a Professional Appraisal: Why the Two Numbers Differ

Sid Malhotra, principal appraiser at Appraise Wise
Sid Malhotra
Aug 12, 2026
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4 min read
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Taxation & Capital Gains

Capital Gains and the CRA: When You Need an Appraisal

Sid Malhotra, principal appraiser at Appraise Wise
Sid Malhotra
Aug 11, 2026
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5 min read
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Legal & Matrimonial

Valuing the Family Home in a Separation: Which Date Counts in BC?

Sid Malhotra, principal appraiser at Appraise Wise
Sid Malhotra
Aug 10, 2026
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6 min read
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Five areas of practice, one standard of rigor.

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