Fine Art Estates
JANUARY 7, 2022
In gathering information to write this post, I was shocked to discover that anyone can legally present themselves as a personal property appraiser. There is no governmental license, proof of knowledge, or certification required to appraise personal property.
The Appraiser Coach
OCTOBER 24, 2023
Imagine you are doing an appraisal for a single family home on three acres and, upon analysis, you realize there is more value in subdividing the lot. But as an appraiser, you were instructed to complete the appraisal “as is.” The appraiser is in charge, the appraiser directs it.
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Art Appraisal Resources
FEBRUARY 12, 2022
This small drawing with a distinctive monogram was purchased in 2017 at a yard sale for $30 and valued at over $10,000,000. Almost everyone would love to be the one to find this needle in a haystack type of undiscovered treasure, but on the flip side, no one wants to be one who inadvertently sold the $10,000,000 drawing for $30.
Antique Appraisers Auctioneers
NOVEMBER 9, 2024
It has a wide array of influences and draws on traditions from Europe, Native Americans, Africa, and Asia. Seek help from American art appraisers The first tip is to consult with American art appraisers. An appraiser has studied American history and art theory. American artwork has unique style and feel.
Penrose Appraisals
MAY 3, 2022
Given that appraising is a fairly major career shift for me (after 15 years as a government auditor, plus a couple of other things along the way.), I think it is appropriate to wonder what, exactly, is it that draws me to the profession of appraising? Appraisers do not typically conduct an appraisal for themselves.
Art Advisor's Blog
JULY 11, 2019
There are many reasons you might need an appraisal of personal property. Your insurance agent has suggested that you need your art or jewelry appraised in order to put them under rider coverage. Your client with the large estate has just died and her personal property must be appraised. But where to begin? What’s USPAP?
Art Advisor's Blog
JULY 22, 2019
Earlier, we posted Part one of this blog with the first six questions to ask when choosing an appraiser. As explained in Part I, there are many reasons you might need an appraisal of personal property. There is no national licensure requirement for personal property appraisers. Appraisal of an entire estate? No problem.
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