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Hog Wild Appraisal Problems

International Society of Appraisers

I have a hundred-thousand-dollar hog I need appraised for insurance purposes. Maybe he was laundering money for some nefarious crime organization or attempting to commit insurance fraud? It was for insurance, not an IRS charitable contribution. That made the scope of work different, and perhaps the competency requirement?

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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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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

For insurance replacement purposes, appraisers should consider where the client typically shops, which, in most cases, falls under the retail market. The insured needs to be made whole by replacing the 1925 Cartier ring with a comparable ring of similar qualities. Talk to your client to identify the scope of work.

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A Client's Guide For How to Take Photographs of Art and Antiques to Send to An Appraiser

Artifactual History Appraisal

A Note from the Co-Editor: As an appraiser, I frequently invite new clients to send me pictures of their items so I can review them in advance and better assist with designing an appraisal scope of work that is most appropriate to their needs. There are some objects that are not well-suited for evaluating through photographs.

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ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry - Untitled Article

ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry

Tweet By Thomas Dawson, ASA Spotlighting five key areas appraisers need to know to be covered in ASA ’ s upcoming PP163 Property Insurance Fundamentals webinar. In the property insurance industry, appraisers play a vital role, particularly when it comes to claims.

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How Do I Get My Art Appraised?

Fine Art Estates

If your insurance provider has asked you to get your artwork professionally appraised, or you need it evaluated for some other reason, How Do I Get My Art Appraised will help you find a qualified appraiser, fully understand all aspects of the appraisal process, and prepare you for what a professional fine art appraisal is likely to cost.

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Architectural Conservator, George Washington’s Mount Vernon

WCG

Oversees the work of contract conservation work, both on and off site. Prepares “Requests for Proposals” (RFPs), identifies qualified bidders, develops scopes of work, and reviews contract conservation proposals.