ARBITRAGE · Paris

Real estate valuation for mutual insurers and insurance companies

Independent advice to establish asset values and inform property decisions.

Jean-Mathieu Peyrard · Accredited property valuer
Member of the SNPI College of Experts

Haussmann building façade in ParisUnderstand the asset. Explain its value.
Mixed-use property in Paris

Two frameworks

One property. Distinct readings of its value.

For an insurer, accounting and prudential values follow different rules. Solvency II uses a market-value approach for prudential reporting.

The valuation report brings together market evidence, property income and asset characteristics, and explains its assumptions.

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Prudential valuation · Solvency II

Methods follow the available market evidence.

The selected method is explained in the report.

01

Quoted price

An active-market quoted price for the same asset takes priority where one exists.

02

Comparable assets

Quoted prices for similar assets are adjusted to reflect relevant differences.

03

Alternative methods

Market, income and cost approaches use market data as far as possible.

Valuation methods in detail

Our process

A clear path from scope to decision.

01

Define

Agree on scope, purpose and the applicable valuation framework.

02

Examine

Review the asset, its leases, constraints and property market.

03

Explain

Set out the methods, assumptions and factors behind the value.

Technical note

Energy rules for commercial property

French energy obligations, key dates and their potential effect on property value.

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A property value to establish, a decision to inform, a sale to manage.

Discuss your property or portfolio with the firm.

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