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Evaluation to Valuation: Navigating Fine Art Appraisals

Art Appraisal Resources

The appraisal report is a crucial document used for various purposes, such as insurance, taxation, sale, or donation, and is often required to be conducted by a certified appraiser to ensure its credibility. Insurance, Damage and Loss Appraisals Insurance appraisals establish the value of artwork for insurance purposes.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.

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Passing on Your Passion Assets

Art Peritus

Further, sales of tangible assets will be subject to capital gains taxes at a rate of 28% , whereas items bequeathed directly to heirs will not trigger estate taxes (unless they turn around and sell them). Collectors will inevitably need to have their tangible assets professionally appraised for both insurance and tax purposes.

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A Question of Value: Reasons to Appraise Your Jewelry

Gemology Resources

In this blog post, we’ll discuss the top reasons why it’s important to have your jewelry appraised, and why you shouldn’t wait. Appraisals can be done for the purpose of insurance, estate planning, and protection, or simply to gain a better understanding of the market value of the item. What exactly is Fair Market Value?