Nebraska Probate Appraisers

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Nebraska probate appraisers preparing USPAP-compliant appraisals of personal property, equipment and machinery, fine art, boats and watercraft, and automobiles and vehicles for court-supervised probate administration. AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, USPAP-compliant probate appraisals across Nebraska, including Omaha, Lincoln, and Bellevue.

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DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, NEBRASKA PROBATE COURTS, AND ESTATE ATTORNEYS.

  • IRS
  • Nebraska Courts
  • Chase
  • First National Bank of Omaha
  • State Farm
  • Goodwill Industries
  • Bank of America

Credentialed Appraisers Serving Nebraska

Between them, our appraisers hold ISA, CAGA, ASA, ABV, and CFA designations, and every report is written to USPAP for the IRS, Nebraska probate courts, and estate attorneys.

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
  • Fair market valueThe IRS definition of value that Form 706, probate courts, and gift tax filings apply
  • 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

About Probate Appraisals in Nebraska

AppraiseItNow provides probate appraisal services throughout Nebraska, delivering USPAP-compliant valuations that satisfy both state court requirements and federal estate tax obligations. Under Nebraska's Uniform Probate Code, personal representatives must file an inventory of estate assets at fair market value within three months of appointment, and professional appraisals are essential for unique or high-value items. Estates that exceed the federal exemption threshold also require qualified appraisals to support IRS Form 706 filings, due nine months after the date of death.

AppraiseItNow offers both remote and onsite appraisal options, making it easy to complete estate inventories whether assets are located in Omaha, Lincoln, or a rural community across the state. Our appraisers in Nebraska are experienced with probate proceedings and deliver court-ready reports efficiently.

What Does AppraiseItNow Appraise for Probate in Nebraska?

AppraiseItNow covers the full range of assets commonly found in Nebraska probate estates, 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
  • Boats & Watercraft, including sailboats, powerboats, yachts, jet skis, and personal watercraft
  • Automobiles & Vehicles, including cars, trucks, motorcycles, RVs, trailers, and classic vehicles

Who Does AppraiseItNow Serve in Nebraska for Probate?

AppraiseItNow works with executors, personal representatives, estate attorneys, and heirs throughout Nebraska who need accurate, court-admissible valuations to settle estates, satisfy inheritance tax requirements, and support stepped-up basis claims for inherited assets.

What Nebraska clients say we are known for

Nebraska Appraisal Reviews: “I will forever be in your debt” and “AppraiseItNow was amazing”

  1. Answering fast, and staying reachable while the work runs“They were responsive and timely from start to finish” Julia P.Mentioned in 5 reviews
  2. Being the appraiser they come back to“I highly recommend their services” Bruce A.Mentioned in 3 reviews
  3. Delivering the finished report ahead of the deadlineMentioned in 2 reviews

Across 8 published Nebraska 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.

  • 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!
    Brandy F. ·

    Recreational Vehicle Appraisal for Probate

  • It is a pleasure to work with Joe and his team. They communicate every step along the way and made the process simple for us to have more than 35 firearms appraised. It was all done in a timely manner and the final report is easy to understand. I highly recommend their services.
    Bruce A. ·

    Gun Appraisal for Probate

  • AppraiseItNow was amazing! My father passed with a large volume of artwork & I had no idea what it was worth. Their team was incredibly helpful and quick to respond with text and/or email to any questions as well as a status update along the way. Highly recommend!
    Christina W. ·

    Artwork Appraisal for Probate

  • I needed to have a car appraised, AppraiseItNow got it done quickly and was super responsive about my questions. Whole thing was done online, very easy!
    Lauren C. ·

    Car Appraisal for Probate

  • Friendly, speedy service with fair value.
    Christina W. ·

    Auto 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!
    Julia P. ·

    Technology Equipment Appraisal for Divorce

Frequently Asked Questions on Nebraska Probate Appraisers

What is Nebraska's small estate limit for collecting personal property by affidavit?

$100,000. If all personal property in the estate, less liens, does not exceed that amount, a successor can present an affidavit 30 days after death directly to whoever holds the property, with no court filing. The cap rose from $50,000 effective July 21, 2022, so older references to $50,000 are outdated. Details are on the Nebraska Judicial Branch self-help page.

When must a Nebraska personal representative file the estate inventory?

Within three months of appointment. Neb. Rev. Stat. 30-2467 requires an inventory listing each asset in reasonable detail with its fair market value as of the date of death, filed with the county court and copied to interested persons who request it.

Does Nebraska require a particular kind of appraiser for estate property?

Only for real estate, which the inheritance tax statute generally routes to a credentialed real property appraiser. For personal property, the personal representative may employ qualified, disinterested appraisers, different ones for different asset types, with each appraiser's name and address recorded on the inventory.

How are hard-to-value assets timed for Nebraska estate tax purposes?

For assets without readily ascertainable values, a valuation dated within 30 days before distribution controls for state estate and generation-skipping transfer tax purposes if otherwise reasonable, a timing rule that matters for closely held business interests and unique collections.