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Personal property appraisals in North Dakota for donations, estate tax, divorce, and probate, prepared in accordance with USPAP and IRS requirements. AppraiseItNow appraises antiques, jewelry, collectibles, furniture, and fine art across North Dakota, including Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT PERSONAL PROPERTY APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, NORTH DAKOTA COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
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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.
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
The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standardsPersonal property appraisal services in North Dakota cover a wide range of individually owned movable assets for purposes including charitable donations, estate tax reporting, divorce proceedings, and probate. Whether you are settling a family estate in Bismarck, documenting household goods for a divorce proceeding in Fargo, or preparing a qualified appraisal for an IRS Form 8283 charitable donation, AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, independent valuations that meet legal and regulatory standards. Our appraisers hold certifications through recognized professional organizations including ISA, ASA, and AAA, and every report is prepared in compliance with USPAP requirements.
Most personal property appraisals are completed remotely using photographs and supporting documentation submitted through our streamlined online process, making professional valuations accessible to clients across North Dakota's vast rural landscape, from the Williston Basin to the Red River Valley. For larger collections, complex items, or appraisals requiring physical inspection, onsite appointments can be coordinated throughout the state. We offer Fair Market Value (FMV), Replacement Value, and Actual Cash Value (ACV) appraisals for various intended uses.
North Dakota's economy and culture generate a distinctive mix of personal property appraisal needs, from agricultural equipment passed down through family estates to collectibles, firearms, and household furnishings across the state's growing urban centers. AppraiseItNow appraises the following categories of personal property in North Dakota:
North Dakota's agricultural heritage means that estates frequently include farm-related personal property such as tools, equipment, and historically significant items that require careful valuation. Our appraisers have the category-specific expertise to handle both common household goods and specialized assets unique to the region.
AppraiseItNow serves individual collectors, families settling estates, donors making charitable contributions, and professional advisors including estate attorneys, CPAs, and financial planners who require independent, defensible personal property valuations throughout North Dakota. Whether you are located in a major city like Fargo or Grand Forks or in a rural community in the western oil patch, our appraisers are ready to assist with accurate, timely reports for any legal, tax, or personal purpose.
What North Dakota clients say we are known for
Across 23 published North Dakota 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 much research is visible in the report, and how quickly we answer.
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!!👊🏼
Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation
I used AppraiseItNow for the first time last month and I was extremely pleased with the results. I needed an appraisal done for insurance purposes and the level of detail about each of my antique furniture pieces was thorough and very helpful in my being able to get the highest amount possible from my insurance company for the antique items that were damaged. I could see that they spent time making sure that the information she included was correct and current for my antique furniture items in the current market. The team responded to my emails timely to answer any questions I had. I would highly recommend Appraise It Now to get a thorough and professional appraisal done on antique items. I do intend to use them again for other antique furniture and jewelry that I have. Job well done! 😃🤗
Antique Furniture Appraisal for Insurance Claim
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.
Gun Appraisal for Probate
I was skeptical at first, but the company exceeded all of my expectations. The team responded quickly to every question, and the service was excellent. They’re now my go to source for my collection. I’ve used them twice already, and I plan to use them several more times.
Firearms Appraisal for Personal Use
Joe made the process to have my piece of furniture appraised extremely easy, efficient and quick. My experience was great and I'd recommend AppraiseItNow to anyone looking for an appraisal.
Furniture Appraisal for Insurance Coverage
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!
Sports Memorabilia Appraisal for Charitable Donation
Given the USPAP-compliant nature of AppraiseItNow’s appraisal reports, we prepare our deliverables for major legal, tax, and financial reporting purposes for individual and commercial clients.
Popular uses of our appraisal reports include:
Yes, decisively. Completed auction results evidence what bidders actually paid, while dealer listings and marketplace asking prices often sit unsold and prove nothing about market value. A credible antiques appraisal cites specific sale dates, venues, and realized prices, using unsold listings only as context.
Yes. Original surface, patina, and period-consistent wear are key authenticity and value indicators, and aggressive cleaning or modern refinishing can materially reduce desirability and price. We document any non-original restoration in the report because repairs and alterations commonly warrant downward adjustments against original-condition comparables.
No. The permit requirement in N.D.C.C. ch. 43-23.3 governs real estate appraisal, and the Real Estate Appraiser Board's rules define practice entirely in real property terms; there is no separate state credential for personal property work. Probate practice instead looks for qualified, disinterested appraisers whose methods and documentation hold up.
Not by a blanket statute. Personal property is defined as a residual class, everything outside the real property definition, and taxability follows use. Home collections are not assessed in practice, but antiques held as dealer inventory or business assets can be classified as taxable commercial personal property, so how a collection is held matters more than what it contains.
They get valued under court supervision. Rule 8.1.1 of the North Dakota Rules of Court lets the court appoint appraisers for a receiver, and if none are appointed the receiver must investigate the value of the listed items directly, reporting annually starting twelve months after appointment. Antique inventories and collections inside receiverships are routinely valued through that framework.
