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A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?

Artifactual History Appraisal

Recently I wrote an article for Worthwhile Magazine™ titled “A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?” In my own appraisal firm, I answer many questions from potential clients who are unsure if they need an insurance appraisal report or what the process is to get one.

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The Art of Appraisals: Understanding their Vital Role in Insurance

Art Appraisal Resources

Appraisers evaluate the condition of the artwork, any damage or restoration work can impact its value. A detailed description of the artwork’s condition is provided in the appraisal report. The appraisal report explains the appraisal methodology used for the report.

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What Is USPAP and Why Is It Important to Hire A USPAP-Compliant Appraiser?

Artifactual History Appraisal

I'm a Member of the Marketing & Promotions Committee of the International Society of Appraisers, and one of our Committee goals is to make information about the professional appraisal field more accessible to the general public and individuals who are considering having an appraisal report prepared of their items.

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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

I’ve written this basic guide as an introduction to the different levels of value so that users of appraisal services will be able to better determine what sort of appraisal reports would best suit their needs. Fair Market Value is also frequently encountered in equitable distribution and family distribution appraisal reports.

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To Clone or Not to Clone?

The Appraiser Coach

How do you start your appraisal reports? Cloning or templates? What is the best for you? Various other software programs have different ways but, in general, we’re going to talk. Read More.

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Tips For Developing a Disaster Preparedness Plan

Artifactual History Appraisal

Would you need to have an appraisal report already on file, or could you obtain one after the fact? If your house burned down, do you have pictures of the items you lost for an appraiser to work from? What level of documentation would you need to provide to complete your insurance claim?

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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

Formulating the Appraisal Report The appraiser will prepare a comprehensive appraisal report based on the gathered information and analysis. The report will include a detailed description of the artwork, its condition, provenance, and the methodology used to determine its value.