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Tips For Developing a Disaster Preparedness Plan

Artifactual History Appraisal

From personal experience, I can attest as an appraiser that it is much easier to prepare an insurance appraisal of an item in good condition than a damage claim appraisal of an item in poor condition.

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The Importance of Obtaining an Accredited Appraisal

Look Appraisal

Legal and Insurance Requirements In many cases, insurers and courts require an accredited appraisal to validate claims. For example, in estate settlements, divorce proceedings, or damage claims, an appraisal completed by a qualified appraiser is often required to prove the value of property.

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?The Value of an insurance appraisal

Drishti LLC Appraisers

In the event that a piece is damaged beyond repair, an appraisal will provide the information for your insurance company to process the claim. Having full documentation of your valuables prior to damage will make it much easier to file a loss or damage claim and be reimbursed for the full value.

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Do You Need An Appraiser for Probate?

Harrison Appraisals

We also provide appraisals for insurance replacement, damage claim settlement, estate division and Trust matters, divorce and court-ordered equitable distribution, tax-deductible charitable donations, determination of federal estate & gift tax liability, asset liquidation, and expert witness testimony.

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The Importance of Appraising Your Parent’s Estate, Even If You Are the Sole Heir

Harrison Appraisals

We also provide appraisals for insurance replacement, damage claim settlement, estate division and Trust matters, divorce and court-ordered equitable distribution, tax-deductible charitable donations, determination of federal estate & gift tax liability, asset liquidation, and expert witness testimony.

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So You Found A John George Brown Painting?

Harrison Appraisals

We also provide appraisals for insurance replacement, damage claim settlement, estate division and Trust matters, divorce and court-ordered equitable distribution, tax-deductible charitable donations, determination of federal estate & gift tax liability, asset liquidation, and expert witness testimony.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

We also provide appraisals for insurance replacement, damage claim settlement, estate division and Trust matters, divorce and court-ordered equitable distribution, tax-deductible charitable donations, determination of federal estate & gift tax liability, asset liquidation, and expert witness testimony.