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YOUR SCOPE OF WORK IS UP TO YOU

The Appraiser Coach

So, now you’re stuck between the appraisal “as is” and the highest and best use of the property, which would be beyond your scope of work. You like what they pay and you like working for them, so you may feel a temptation to cater to them. Who is in charge of your scope of work and the future of your business?

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ARE COMP PHOTOS A THING OF THE PAST?

The Appraiser Coach

What’s important to remember is the realm of your scope of work. The key here is the forms you use are specifically set up for a certain scope of work. You know the scope of work that will work for the problem you are trying to solve. Who honestly likes them anyway? How long have you been appraising?

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Hog Wild Appraisal Problems

International Society of Appraisers

That made the scope of work different, and perhaps the competency requirement? Was I competent under USPAP to appraise this hog/pig/boar? Could I become competent? Phone a friend? It was for insurance, not an IRS charitable contribution.

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

Artifactual History Appraisal

Many of my clients reach out to me not quite sure what they need and our subsequent discussion of the appraisal scope of work clarifies what type of report will be best suited for their situation. Users of appraisal services should feel empowered to actively ask questions about how their needs can best be met.

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Collections Manager, Fort Monroe Authority

WCG

Develops scopes of work for appraisal, cataloging, and other documentation activities. Produces audio and video content for special programs to promote conservation and preservation work. Seeks, prepares and submits grant proposals related to the collections and manages funded projects.

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ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry - Untitled Article

ASA Newsroom - Gems & Jewelry

I will guide participants through problem identification and scope of work requirements specific to insurance appraisals, where the goal of the appraiser remains the same ever: credible results. In these situations, hypothetical conditions may be necessary.