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The Rise of Vintage Luxury

Art Peritus

As an avid collector and wearer of vintage couture, I’ve personally experienced firsthand the magnetism of these timeless treasures—and as an appraiser, I’ve seen how important it is to accurately understand their value for estate tax, insurance coverage, and equitable distribution.

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Certified Art Appraiser-San Diego, CA

JSK Fine Art Appraisals

Here’s when it’s worth bringing someone like me in: Insurance If your artwork is damaged, stolen, or lost in a fire, the insurance company needs to know what it was worth before something happened. This helps with equitable distribution and keeps everything clean and straightforward for attorneys and beneficiaries.

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11 Different Ways to Achieve 700 USPAP-Compliant Appraisal Hours

International Society of Appraisers

You can prepare an insurance appraisal for a client, friend, or neighbor (note: appraisals for family members or your own collection do not count). You might also offer clients insurance appraisals for newly acquired items. dinner or wine). Note: pricing does not count).

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9 Reasons Why Should You Hire an ISA Personal Property Appraiser

International Society of Appraisers

There are numerous reasons to seek a professional appraisal, including planning insurance coverage, charitable donations, probate of an estate, or simply determining the value of your tangible assets. An ISA appraiser plays an important role in providing the fair value so that an equitable settlement can be determined.

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How To Determine If You Need An Art Appraisal

Art Appraisal Resources

Value matters and an art appraisal completed by a qualified art appraiser can save you substantial money by not selling too low, insuring too low, or paying too much in estate tax or equitable distribution. Insurance Purposes: Artwork can be a valuable asset, and it is essential to ensure that it is adequately insured.

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Understanding the Different Levels of Value: It’s Worth What Where and When?

Artifactual History Appraisal

An appraised value for insurance may be significantly higher than an appraised value for planned future sale, which can be baffling and difficult to comprehend without a familiarity with the different levels of the market. It can sometimes be present in insurance policies, although in my experience it is much less frequently encountered.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

It’s crucial to have an accurate understanding of their replacement cost, especially when it comes to insurance purposes. In this blog entry, we’ll discuss whether a person should get their antiques appraised for insurance purposes.