Professional appraisers typically complete equipment valuations within 5-10 business days for standard projects, though complex multi-location assessments may take longer.
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An equipment and machinery appraisal is a professional assessment that determines the current value of business assets like manufacturing equipment, construction machinery, medical devices, and vehicles. A certified appraiser conducts an independent evaluation using standardized methods and provides a written report that banks, insurers, courts, and the IRS accept for critical business decisions.
Your business needs an equipment appraisal for several situations including securing loans or refinancing, buying or selling equipment or the entire business, insurance coverage and claims, tax reporting and depreciation, financial audits, mergers and acquisitions, and legal proceedings like divorce or litigation. Lenders typically require appraisals when equipment serves as collateral for loans exceeding $250,000.
Equipment appraisal costs depend on factors like the number of assets, complexity, locations involved, and whether onsite inspection is required. Professional appraisers typically complete standard equipment valuations within 5-10 business days, though complex multi-location assessments may take longer. The investment varies based on project scope and specific requirements.
Fair market value represents what a willing buyer would pay a willing seller in an open market and typically yields the highest value for financial reporting. Orderly liquidation value assumes reasonable time to market equipment but within a specific timeframe, while forced liquidation value applies when equipment must be sold quickly at auction, usually resulting in the lowest values. The appropriate value type depends on your specific business situation and intended use.
