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The Appraisal Report: What It Includes and Why It Matters

Concept Appraisals

When it comes to appraisal reports, many of people have a tend to fast-forward to the final value estimate, akin to flipping to the end of an intriguing book to uncover the ending. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of the Appraisal Report and its pivotal role in real estate processes.

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Tips For Developing a Disaster Preparedness Plan

Artifactual History Appraisal

Art doesn't handle temperature and humidity fluctuations well, and if you own a very small, very expensive painting, it might make sense to tuck it in the car with you rather than risk leaving it in the house. Would you need to have an appraisal report already on file, or could you obtain one after the fact?

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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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The Importance of Contemporary Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

When Might You Need a Contemporary Art Appraisal? Art Acquisitions Art collectors, museums, galleries, and private individuals interested in purchasing contemporary Paintings, Sculpture, Photography, or Fine Art Prints might seek an appraisal to ensure they make an informed investment.

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

Further, appraisal reports must follow the latest version even if the appraiser has NOT taken the latest course. You may be asked to determine the salvage value for a damaged painting, antique table, computer, or other kind of item. These are important elements for any appraisal assignment.

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RESEARCHING Your Art, Yourself, Is a Bad Idea!

Coronado Appraisal

You need to find your painting, your artist, or the comparables for your type of art…such as, ‘School of French Impressionists’, or ‘the Drip School’, etc.? An appraisal needs to be presented to your buyer, or, especially, the consignment gallery, auction house…etc., that will help you Sell your Artwork.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

Over the years, I have spent a lot of time on the phone trying to help people determine if the painting they found in a garage sale is worth anything. I took no pleasure in having to explain that they had one of the many reproductions of the painting and their hopes of having won the art lottery was only a lovely dream.