Furniture Insurance Insurance Policy 
Artifactual History Appraisal
JUNE 28, 2019
Recently I wrote an article for Worthwhile Magazine™ titled “A Consumer’s Guide to Insurance Appraisal Reports: Do You Need One and How to Get One?” In my own appraisal firm, I answer many questions from potential clients who are unsure if they need an insurance appraisal report or what the process is to get one.
Penrose Appraisals
JANUARY 6, 2024
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. You may find that additional insurance is necessary to adequately cover you in the case of loss.
Fine Art Estates
JUNE 4, 2021
Three Insurance Experts Explain the Intricacies of Insuring Your Art Collection I am often asked by clients if they should cover their art under their homeowner’s insurance (HO) or if they should investigate insuring their art with a separate fine art collectors’ policy.
McAllister Fossum Appraisal Services
SEPTEMBER 19, 2019
Written by Kirsten Rabe Smolensky, JD, ISA CAPP As an appraiser, I have worked on a lot of insurance claims , including losses due to fire, theft, transit damage, and flood. The number one mistake most insureds make is not being prepared in advance. The insurance company requests an inventory of EVERYTHING inside.
Artifactual History Appraisal
SEPTEMBER 17, 2019
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.
Sarasota Antique Buyers
MARCH 8, 2024
It is also important to watch for valuable items like stock certificates, deeds, titles, trusts, and life insurance policy documents. Appraising your jewelry, artwork, furniture, and other antiques can help you determine their monetary value, which can be essential for estate planning.
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