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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. During probate, an appraisal comprehensively evaluates the artwork's worth, simplifying the process.

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ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry - Untitled Article

ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry

Insurance industry terminology such as risk, premium, loss, deductibles, coverage limits, and perils are some of the fundamental concepts appraisers must grasp. Different property insurance policies have unique features and limitations. The Claims Function People buy insurance policies for protection against financial loss.

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Why You Need an Appraisal

Penrose Appraisals

Policies vary from insurance company to insurance company, but generally, there are limitations to homeowners' or renters' insurance that are important to keep in mind if you happen to own items of exceptional value. Estate tax liability. For example, in Pennsylvania, the tax is 4.5%

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Maximizing Your Estate Liquidation: Essential Tips for the Best Results

Sarasota Antique Buyers

It is also important to watch for valuable items like stock certificates, deeds, titles, trusts, and life insurance policy documents. You may have to make a decision and sell your estate quickly—possibly due to estate taxes, cash flow problems, or unpaid bills.

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

It can sometimes be present in insurance policies, although in my experience it is much less frequently encountered. The best way to determine what level of value you have in your own insurance policy is to pull out and read your policy documents or call up your insurance agent to confirm.