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Over 50% of gallerists have a poor work-life balance, with those in the US most acutely affected

The Art Newspaper

A new survey reveals that fewer than half of gallery employees feel like their lives are well-balanced

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How to Sell Your Jewelry for the Best Market Value

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

Market Research Understanding the current market conditions is crucial when selling your jewelry. Conducting market research helps you make informed decisions about pricing and selling strategies. Online Research. Browse through online marketplaces such as Etsy, eBay, and specialized jewelry platforms.

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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

Market research. It is only after learning about and considering all of these things that an appraiser can then turn to the market to make a determination of value. Of course, the market chosen will vary depending on the purpose of the appraisal.

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So, You Want to Be A Reseller

WorthPoint

Doing market research is the number one key to success. That dream may be different for you, but keep it close to remind you why you’re doing this in the first place—especially when challenges occur, and they will. That garage sale toy—even parts of it—may be valuable.

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2024: Year in Review

Penrose Appraisals

It's always fun to do this kind of market research! In the Fall, I attended the Allentown Paper Show, a large event featuring antique advertising, books, comic books, and other emphemera. I found a vendor practically giving away vintage sports pennants and couldn't resist vintage Oakland Raiders and Houston Oilers ones!

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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

You must determine the most common market where the property is sold to the public (i.e., the market in which sales to the public most frequently occur). As appraisers, we are market researchers. It is our responsibility to be familiar with various market levels and marketplaces.

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Why You Should Get A Charitable Donations Appraisal

Penrose Appraisals

An appraiser is trained in this kind of market research and likely spends much of their time monitoring market conditions. For example, if you are donating to your local museum or historical society, you may have no idea how to even go about finding out what a 19th century plow is worth. Avoiding bias.