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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

These are examples of the questions that appraisers are faced with just about every day. Many people may be surprised that your average appraiser may or may not be able to tell you "what it's worth" on the spot. The appraiser must answer all of these questions. Can you tell me what it's worth? Identification.

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Why You Should Get A Charitable Donations Appraisal

Penrose Appraisals

Officially, a written appraisal is not required for items valued at below $5,000 and are required for items valued at above $20,000. Between these two amounts, appraisals are "recommended." I would argue that an appraisal is highly desirable for anything over $500. Avoiding bias.

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2024: Year in Review

Penrose Appraisals

In January, I updated my website to provide an easier way for customers to request online appraisals. In February, I took my 7-hour refresher course on the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice ( USPAP ). Also in February, I appraised a collection of guitars for purposes of buying insurance.

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How to Sell Your Jewelry for the Best Market Value

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Gather any documentation, such as certificates, appraisals, or receipts for your jewelry. Market Value. The salability of your jewelry in the current market significantly impacts its resale price. Market Research Understanding the current market conditions is crucial when selling your jewelry.

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Online art sales to grow fast as young collectors snatch up works over the Internet, global study finds

McAllister Fossum Appraisal Services

In its second annual report on the online art market, in conjunction with market research company ArtTactic, Hiscox projects this figure will grow to $3.76 London-listed Hiscox, which underwrites cover for oil rigs, kidnappings, fine art and vintage cars, estimated the value of global online art sales at $1.57 billion in 2013.

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