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If you intend to use the appraisal for official purposes (insurance coverage, estate planning, charitable donations, divorce, trust matters, etc.), then you must have a USPAP-compliant appraisal. USPAP-compliant appraisers have pledged to follow the regulations outlined in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) in their appraisal reports. These personal property appraisers undergo a 15-hour course with a written examination based on the material in the USPAP guidance document. Appraisers must take this course and pass the exam to be USPAP-compliant. After passing the initial examination, these appraisers must take a 7-hour update course every 2 years to remain compliant. Additionally, all members of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA) must be USPAP-compliant as part of their membership requirements.
You will video-chat with one of our USPAP-compliant appraisers, likely through Zoom. You will first discuss your needs with the appraiser. You will then show the appraiser the items you wish to have appraised. The appraiser will ask you to show them multiple angles of the items and any markings or paperwork that is available. Once you have shown the appraiser all of your items, they will begin their written appraisal of your items. This will not happen over video chat. When the appraisal is complete, usually within 2 weeks, the USPAP-compliant appraisal document will be sent to you through email!
Yes, you must pay for an appraisal, for both official appraisals and single item valuations. This payment can be made through a variety of means (Credit, Debit, Bank Transfer, Paypal, etc). To begin the appraisal progress, feel free to navigate through the website or visit the “Request an Appraisal” page.
When our appraiser(s) have finished your appraisal, we will send a draft of the appraisal to your email. Once we have received approval of the draft, and your final balance has been paid, our team will return a signed, final appraisal report for your intended use.
Very. By utilizing a national network of appraisers, we are able to offer the absolute lowest prices to our clients. We take pride in providing the most accurate and efficient appraisals at the best prices.