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Iowa estate tax appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of personal property, equipment and machinery, fine art, business interests, boats and watercraft, and automobiles and vehicles for estate tax filings (Form 706). AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, USPAP-compliant estate tax appraisals across Iowa, including Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, IOWA PROBATE COURTS, AND ESTATE ATTORNEYS.
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Owner & CEO
Joe founded AppraiseItNow to make a certified, USPAP-compliant appraisal as simple to order as anything else online. A former Bain & Company strategy consultant, Joe leads the entire team and specializes in strategy, growth, and the firm's tech capabilities.
Personal Property Appraiser
ISA Accredited Member with 30 years in the trade, from running estate sales and an auction gallery to appraising luxury apparel, furniture, artwork, antiques, and business assets, primarily for IRS tax filings.
Machinery & Equipment Appraiser
Third-generation auctioneer and CAGA Certified Appraiser with more than 20 years valuing machinery, equipment, vehicles, business assets, and estates for banks, attorneys, and trustees across the Carolinas.
Personal Property Appraiser
ISA Accredited Member specializing in Asian art, with a Master's from SOAS and a Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art. Ashley chairs the ISA's Antiques, Furnishings, and Decorative Arts committee and appraises for charitable donation, insurance, and equitable distribution.
Vehicle Appraiser
CAGA Certified Appraiser since 2014, covering vehicles, boats, equipment, fine art, and collectibles. A classic-car restoration background informs her vehicle work, with reports prepared for insurance, divorce, and charitable contributions.
Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser
ASA, ABV, and CFA charterholder. Since 2016 Justin has valued businesses for estate and gift tax, purchase price allocations, fairness opinions, lending, and buy-sell agreements, across manufacturing, services, retail, and pre-revenue biotech.
Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser
Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers. Raymond values capital stock, business enterprises, stock options, and intangible assets.
Client Success Manager
Manages each engagement from the first enquiry to the delivered report, and keeps you posted at every step along the way.
International Society of AppraisersAccredited Member
Certified Appraisers Guild of AmericaCertified Appraiser
American Society of AppraisersAccredited Senior Appraiser
The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standardsAppraiseItNow provides certified estate tax appraisal services for Iowa estates, establishing fair market value for assets as of the date of death to support accurate reporting on IRS Form 706 for federally taxable estates. Iowa retains an inheritance tax under Iowa Code chapter 450 for deaths prior to January 1, 2025, with net estate values exceeding $25,000 triggering tax obligations for certain beneficiaries, making defensible appraisals essential for compliance. Personal representatives must appoint appraisers and file accurate valuations, and failure to do so can result in penalties or forced fair market value assessments under Iowa Code §450.37.
AppraiseItNow serves Iowa estates through both remote and onsite appraisal options, accommodating clients across the state regardless of asset location or complexity. Our appraisers in Iowa are available in Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Sioux City, and all surrounding communities.
AppraiseItNow covers the full range of asset classes commonly found in Iowa estates, including:
AppraiseItNow works with personal representatives, estate attorneys, CPAs, and beneficiaries throughout Iowa who need credentialed, IRS-compliant valuations to settle estates accurately and on time. Iowa's strong agricultural and manufacturing economy means estates frequently include business interests, equipment, vehicles, and personal property collections that all require qualified appraisals for proper tax reporting.
What Iowa clients say we are known for
Across 8 published Iowa appraisal reviews, every one from a client who paid AppraiseItNow for an appraisal, the three things they raise most often are how quickly we answer, that they would hire us again, and how fast the finished report arrived.
The estate appraisal for our car and rugs was handled quickly and efficiently. The process was smooth and hassle-free.
Personal Property Appraisal for Estate Tax
My mother passed away in August 2023 and unfortunately, in the state of Ohio, motorhomes are not transferable on death and was going to have to go through probate court. After speaking with an attorney, I was informed I needed an appraisal. Due to my hectic work schedule and family schedule, I was looking for someone who could do this online, without needing an appointment. After a quick Google search I came across Joe at AppraiseItNow Inc., and instantly felt relief. A quick inquiry led to a few emails back and forth, a very reasonable cost to have the motorhome appraised and all the information needed to submit to get this taken care of. Joe was patient, worked with me as it was going to take a few weeks before I was able to supply the needed images/documents and payment, and less than a week later of submitting it I received the appraisal. His communication is next to none! He responds very quickly, is kind and extremely helpful. If I need anything in the future, I will not hesitate to reach out again! Thank you again! I will forever be in your debt!
Recreational Vehicle Appraisal for Probate
I highly recommend the AppraiseItNow team. They were responsive and timely from start to finish, and the whole process was seamless. The final report was super detailed and gave me all the information I needed. I am so glad I hired them and would recommend them to anyone needing an appraisal!
Technology Equipment Appraisal for Divorce
I recently used AppraiseItNow for a valuation of a 2001 Corvette needed for 2024 Gift Tax purposes. It was straightforward and relatively simple even for someone not too tech savvy like me!
Car Appraisal for Gift Tax
AppraiseItNow did an outstanding job appraising my 1998 Bobcat Skid Steer and circa 2010 Yuchai Crawler Dozer. We could not locate a serial number on the dozer, and there were no online sales available, but they were still able to develop an accurate appraisal using known specifications for my dozer compared to other comparable make and model dozers. They diligently researched both equipment items and provided well-documented reports.
Machinery & Equipment Appraisal
I was in dire need of an appraisal for my father's mobile home, which he needed for Medicaid approval. I couldn’t find anyone to do it for a long time, but then I found this company online and decided to give them a try. I’m so glad I did. They were wonderful to work with. I sent the pictures, and within just a few days I received the appraisal. They are absolutely worth the money.
Mobile Home Appraisal
Only for deaths before January 1, 2025; the tax is fully repealed for later deaths, and Iowa has never levied a separate estate tax of its own. For recent deaths, appraisals of an Iowa decedent's personal property serve the federal Form 706 and probate administration rather than any Iowa tax filing.
At fair market value in the ordinary course of trade as of the date of death, under Iowa Code sections 450.24 and 450.37. The Department of Revenue may negotiate values with the estate or accept the values finally determined for federal estate tax purposes, so a federal-standard appraisal usually resolves the state question too.
No. If an item is listed on an inventory or report filed in the estate, no appraisal is required unless the Department files a written request with the clerk within 60 days, as the Iowa Supreme Court confirmed in interpreting Iowa Code 450.39. Estates that file complete, well-valued inventories rarely face a later appraisal demand.
Appraisers must give at least 10 days' notice by certified mail to the Director of Revenue, the estate's attorney, and interested parties before the appraisal, and objections must be raised within 60 days after the appraisal is filed with the clerk. Valuation disputes over personal property can also be appealed to the Department under Iowa Code 450.94.
