fair market value
Spanish: valor razonable en el mercado, valor equitativo de venta
Description
Fair market value refers to the price that a willing buyer and a willing seller would agree upon in an open market, assuming both parties are informed and neither is under duress. This concept is often used in financial contexts to assess the value of assets or services.
Interpreter Notes
Interpreters should be aware that 'valor razonable en el mercado' may be used interchangeably with 'valor equitativo de venta' in some contexts. It is important to maintain a formal tone and avoid colloquial expressions. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology that may lead to confusion.
Example Sentences
EN: The fair market value of the property was determined by an independent appraiser.
ES: El valor razonable en el mercado de la propiedad fue determinado por un tasador independiente.
Common Interpreter Mistakes
Confusing 'valor razonable en el mercado' with 'valor de mercado'; misinterpreting the term as a fixed price rather than a negotiated value; using informal language instead of maintaining a formal register.