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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. Accurate Valuation: ISA personal property appraisers are highly educated professionals with expertise in assessing the value of various items.

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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.

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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

If you are getting an appraisal done on your collection of antique clocks for insurance purposes, then the appraiser will be looking for replacement value - for example, what it would cost to buy the item at retail. Appraisers are not simply walking around with valuations in their head.

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

Harrison Appraisals

Accurate Asset Valuation An appraisal provides an unbiased and expert opinion of the fair market value of your parent’s assets. Even if you are familiar with the items and believe you have a good understanding of their worth, a professional appraisal ensures an accurate and documented valuation.

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How to Prepare Your Parents' Estate

Penrose Appraisals

Location of important papers, including: investment accounts, insurance policies, bank accounts, passwords, etc. This can be especially helpful if there is a desire to ensure the equitable distribution of items to heirs.