Missouri Charitable Donation Appraisers

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Missouri charitable donation appraisers preparing USPAP-compliant appraisals of personal property, equipment and machinery, fine art, business interests, boats and watercraft, automobiles and vehicles, and inventory for IRS Form 8283 charitable donation filings. AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, USPAP-compliant charitable donation appraisals across Missouri, including Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield.

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DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, MISSOURI CHARITIES, AND TAX PREPARERS.

  • IRS
  • Goodwill Industries
  • The Salvation Army
  • Habitat for Humanity
  • United Way
  • Missouri Courts
  • Chase

Credentialed Appraisers Serving Missouri

Between them, our appraisers hold ISA, CAGA, ASA, ABV, and CFA designations, and every report is written to USPAP for the IRS, Missouri charities, and tax preparers.

Joe Kattan

Joe Kattan

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.

Anne Hay

Anne Hay

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.

Jason Dolph

Jason Dolph

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.

Ashley Innes

Ashley Innes

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.

Marnie Erkelens

Marnie Erkelens

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.

Justin Ramirez

Justin Ramirez

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.

Raymond Ghelardi

Raymond Ghelardi

Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser

Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers. Raymond values capital stock, business enterprises, stock options, and intangible assets.

Aron Blue

Aron Blue

Client Success Manager

Manages each engagement from the first enquiry to the delivered report, and keeps you posted at every step along the way.

  • USPAPWritten to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
  • IRS Form 8283Qualified appraisal by a qualified appraiser, as Form 8283 Section B requires
  • International Society of AppraisersAccredited Member
  • Certified Appraisers Guild of AmericaCertified Appraiser
  • American Society of AppraisersAccredited Senior Appraiser
  • AICPAAccredited in Business Valuation
  • CFA InstituteChartered Financial Analyst
  • The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standards

IRS Form 8283

Form 8283 requirements for Missouri donors

A Missouri donor claiming more than $5,000 for donated property files Section B of Form 8283 with a qualified appraisal. We prepare the appraisal and complete the appraiser's part of the form, for donors anywhere in Missouri.

A qualified appraisal is required for items reportable in Section B and in certain cases must be attached.
Form 8283, Section B: Donated Property Over $5,000
Over $5,000
Section B and a qualified appraisal, for any one item or group of similar items claimed at more than $5,000.
Parts IV and V
Our appraiser signs the Declaration of Appraiser in Part IV; the receiving charity acknowledges the gift in Part V.
Dating
The appraisal is dated no earlier than 60 days before the donation and no later than the due date of the return, extensions included.
Over $500,000
The full appraisal is attached to the return, as it is for art claimed at $20,000 or more.

Read our full guide to Form 8283 appraisals

Page two of IRS Form 8283, carrying Part IV, the Declaration of Appraiser, and Part V, the Donee AcknowledgmentPage one of IRS Form 8283, Noncash Charitable Contributions, where property donated for more than $5,000 is reported in Section B
Form 8283 page 1, where Section B reports the donated property, and page 2, where the appraiser signs Part IV. We prepare the qualified appraisal it is filed with.

About Charitable Donation Appraisals in Missouri

AppraiseItNow provides qualified charitable donation appraisals for Missouri donors contributing non-cash property to qualifying organizations. The IRS requires a qualified appraisal for non-cash contributions exceeding $5,000 per item or group of similar items, and donors must complete IRS Form 8283 with the appraiser's signature before filing. Missouri also requires at least two independent appraisals for property donations seeking state tax credits, making compliance especially important for donors pursuing both federal and state benefits.

AppraiseItNow serves Missouri donors through both online and onsite appraisal options, making it easy to get a compliant valuation regardless of where you are in the state. Learn more about our full range of appraisal services in Missouri to find the right solution for your donation.

What Does AppraiseItNow Appraise for Charitable Donation in Missouri?

We cover all major asset classes commonly donated to qualifying organizations across Missouri, including:

  • Personal Property, including jewelry, antiques, furniture, coins, collectibles, and household goods
  • Equipment & Machinery, including medical equipment, restaurant equipment, manufacturing machinery, and technology assets
  • Fine Art, including paintings, prints, sculpture, photography, and mixed media
  • Business Interests, including LLCs, S-corps, partnerships, fractional interests, and privately held stock
  • Boats & Watercraft, including sailboats, powerboats, yachts, jet skis, and personal watercraft
  • Automobiles & Vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, trailers, and classic vehicles
  • Inventory, including retail inventory, wholesale stock, raw materials, and finished goods

Who Does AppraiseItNow Serve in Missouri for Charitable Donation?

We serve individual donors, business owners, nonprofit organizations, and tax professionals throughout Missouri who need qualified appraisals to substantiate non-cash charitable contribution deductions at the federal or state level.

What Missouri clients say we are known for

Missouri Appraisal Reviews: “Answered all my questions with incredible patience” and “they were wonderful”

  1. Being the appraiser they come back to“I recommend AppraiseItNow Inc. highly” Alan B.Mentioned in 23 reviews
  2. Answering fast, and staying reachable while the work runsMentioned in 17 reviews
  3. Showing the research and the comparables behind the numberMentioned in 15 reviews
  4. Delivering the finished report ahead of the deadlineMentioned in 9 reviews
  5. Taking on items other appraisers had already turned downMentioned in 9 reviews

Across 38 published Missouri appraisal reviews, every one from a client who paid AppraiseItNow for an appraisal, the three things they raise most often are that they would hire us again, how quickly we answer, and how much research is visible in the report.

  • AppraiseItNow Inc. is the best company I was lucky to find by accident. I was looking for someone to appraise cabinets for a donation to charity. I asked for multiple referrals, called multiple appraisal services, etc., and no one could help me. I found AppraiseItNow and from the moment I started working with them, they were wonderful! Joe guided me on what I needed to send him, what needed to be done and stayed in touch with me the entire time. Their customer service is OUTSTANDING and a welcome surprise in today’s world where good customer service is an anomaly! They returned an appraisal in a timely manner, it was clear, concise, cost-effective and exactly what I needed. They followed up with me multiple times to ensure that I received it and everything was OK. My CPA is also thrilled to have them as an accredited appraisal service he can use for other clients. I rarely leave reviews, but I could not pass giving them 5 stars and I’d give 10 if possible! THANK YOU JOE AND ALL AT APPRAISEITNOW!!👊🏼
    Lisa K. ·

    Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation

  • My wife and I purchased a property that included a double-wide mobile home, which we decided to donate to a local charitable organization that provides housing for low-income families. This type of donation required a formal appraisal to qualify for an IRS tax deduction, so we reached out to Appraise It Now. From the start, they were able to clearly answer all of our questions about both the appraisal process and the tax deduction requirements. We provided photos and additional details, and within 10 days we received a thorough, well-prepared report that included all the necessary IRS forms. I’m giving Appraise It Now a five-star review because communication was excellent throughout the entire process. Everyone I spoke with was helpful, friendly, and professional, and emails were always answered quickly. We were completely satisfied with the experience. Thank you!
    Manuel P. ·

    Mobile Home Appraisal for Charitable Donation

  • I recommend AppraiseItNow Inc. highly. I needed an appraisal of fair market value for geologic laboratory equipment for charitable donations to three universities. The unique items and limited secondary market complicated the valuation. They provided a sound, verifiable estimate and the 8283 forms that I was able to use in my tax filings. I would use them again.
    Alan B. ·

    Lab Equipment Appraisal for Charitable Donation

  • I asked AppraiseItNow to value a piece of sports memorabilia for purposes of a charitable donation. The item is rarely sold. Their research unearthed an important recent sale of a similar item, which I had not found previously, and which the first appraiser I used had not found either. AppraiseItNow was a good deal more expensive than the first service, but they crafted a detailed report in which I have much more confidence. They also helped me make sure the correct tax forms are used. Thank you!
    Cynthia W. ·

    Sports Memorabilia Appraisal for Charitable Donation

  • 10 Stars!! Joe was a pleasure to work with. Answered all my questions with incredible patience. Payment was swift and they got started immediately and the turn around time was much sooner than I expected. (I was on a time crunch and they got it done for me incredibly fast!) And the best part was the appraisal was even more than what I was expecting. And everything I need was sent to my email. Fantastic experience, would recommend to anyone needing an appraisal!
    Rebecca A. ·

    Auto Appraisal for Charitable Donation

  • We had a very unusual appraisal request for merchandise valued at over half a million dollars, and the team handled it quickly and thoroughly. We will definitely return for any future appraisal needs and highly recommend them to anyone in need of appraisal services. – TGBA, Inc., Tampa, FL
    Donald C. ·

    Inventory Appraisal for Charitable Donation

Frequently Asked Questions on Missouri Charitable Donation Appraisers

At what value does a donated item require a qualified appraisal for Missouri donors?

Above $5,000 in claimed deduction for an item or group of similar items, under federal rules Missouri does not modify. Section B of Form 8283 must be completed and signed by the appraiser, art over $20,000 needs a copy of the appraisal attached, and deductions over $500,000 require the full report filed with the return.

Can I split similar donations to stay under the appraisal threshold?

No. The IRS aggregates similar items even when they go to different Missouri charities on the same date, so multiple smaller gifts of similar property still require a qualified appraisal once the combined claimed deduction passes $5,000.

What are the timing rules for a Missouri donation appraisal?

The qualified appraisal must be made no earlier than 60 days before the contribution date and be in hand no later than the due date of the return, including extensions. Missouri imposes no separate state form or deadline on top of that.

Do donations made from a Missouri estate carry extra documentation?

Often, yes. Estate property has usually been valued on the probate inventory and appraisement that RSMo 473.233 requires within 30 days of letters, with any appraiser's name recorded next to the items they valued. That probate record coexists with, but does not replace, the qualified appraisal the IRS requires for a charitable deduction over $5,000.