APPRAISAL SERVICES
NO OFFER TO BUY WILL BE MADE ON APPRAISED ITEMS
ONLINE, ON PHONE OR IN PERSON
As a certified appraiser of antiques and personal property, I evaluate items for reselling, estate planning, insurance and more, whether online, on phone or in person! My confidential client services are based on 30 years appraisal experience, training in standards and practices and current market conditions, sales and research.
ACCREDITED APPRAISALS AT AN AFFORDABLE RATE
Single item verbal valuations start as low as $20/item, and hourly rates for all services are set at $100/hour (surcharge may apply in cases of dissolution). I am always happy to give a free consultation, and will then quote an estimate based on whatever scope of appraisal we establish is appropriate for your needs.
APPRAISALS CERTIFIED TO PREVENT CONFLICT OF INTEREST
It is a conflict of interest for an appraiser to make an offer to buy merchandise they have appraised. While I maintain current market knowledge and awareness of regional trends through my reselling and consignment sales, I do not make offers to buy items I appraise. (Please link here if you are interested in consignment sales or outright purchases instead of appraisals.)
If you seek an appraisal for resale, I will be glad to suggest other avenues for you to sell the items involved. I maintain relationships with several major auction galleries and can assist clients with item placement if appropriate.
If you seek an appraisal for resale, I will be glad to suggest other avenues for you to sell the items involved. I maintain relationships with several major auction galleries and can assist clients with item placement if appropriate.
APPRAISAL FAIRS, EVENTS AND APPEARANCES
Join me for in person appraisal fairs and guest appearances! I am happy to appear as a guest appraiser or lecturer for organizations, antique clubs and other groups for a prearranged fee. Contact me for more details.
SINGLE ITEM OR SMALL COLLECTION EVALUATION
ONLINE, ON PHONE OR IN PERSON—INFO & VALUE ESTIMATES
Family treasures and hand-me-downs may prove more valuable than you would expect. Resellers may be stuck trying to figure out something obscure. My online value approximation service gives you information and current retail value estimates, information you can pass on to your family and heirs—or use to effectively market your items to potential buyers.
For resellers, casual collectors or nostalgia seekers, my single item verbal valuations can give you just the information and pricing direction you need without the time and expense of a formal written appraisal! Single item evaluation is based on time spent, starts as low as $20/item. Contact me with your info requests, and I’ll tell you what it’s worth! If your item is worth less than $20, I’ll say so at no charge
For resellers, casual collectors or nostalgia seekers, my single item verbal valuations can give you just the information and pricing direction you need without the time and expense of a formal written appraisal! Single item evaluation is based on time spent, starts as low as $20/item. Contact me with your info requests, and I’ll tell you what it’s worth! If your item is worth less than $20, I’ll say so at no charge
ESTATE SALE PRICING AND EVALUATION
ONLINE, ON PHONE OR IN PERSON—PRICING, SETUP AND MORE
Sometimes families and heirs just need to get an idea of how to price a few select items; other times, they need help evaluating an entire household and deciding how to proceed with its sale. With 30 years involvement in the antique and estate sale business, I can help you understand what has collector value, help price one item or a house full, and share tips and tricks learned over time.
ESTATE AND CHARITABLE DONATION APPRAISALS CONFORMING TO IRS REQUIREMENTS
CERTIFIED WRITTEN APPRAISAL AND IRS FORMS REQUIRED
The IRS now requires that a competent, professional appraiser create such appraisals in compliance with their definition of fair market value. My appraisals certify compliance with these directives, giving you peace of mind that decisions made in the division or donation of estate property are equitable and that your filings will be accepted as valid. All my estate and donation appraisals certify compliance with USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice)
INSURANCE APPRAISALS PROTECTING THE FULL VALUE OF YOUR PRIZED POSSESSIONS
CERTIFIED WRITTEN APPRAISAL TO USPAP REQUIRED
If you had to file an insurance claim today, would you be fairly compensated for the loss of your valuables? An insurance appraisal compliant with USPAP is your protection in the event of a loss. My appraisals certify that the replacement values and sales comparisons used to value your items use the correct market analysis for insurance settlement, giving your insurer what they need to quickly and fairly compensate you in case you ever have to make a claim. My insurance appraisals conform to USPAP's Uniform Standards
DIVORCE, BUSINESS DISSOLUTION, BANKRUPTCY, ETC.
CERTIFIED WRITTEN APPRAISALS FOR LEGAL FILINGS REQUIRED
A proper appraisal in court when dissolutions occur can make a huge difference in assuring all parties are treated fairly. My appraisals establish the correct value for the situation—fair market value, orderly or forced liquidation values may be required, depending on circumstances. I certify that my work is unbiased and establishes the correct value for the purpose at hand.