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Their customer service is OUTSTANDING… I’d give 10 if possible!
…provided strong, well-supported comparisons to justify their appraisal values
They were by far the best… I won't go anywhere else
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT ANTIQUES APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, INSURANCE AGENCIES, LENDERS, 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 standardsAppraiseItNow provides professional antiques appraisals for estate tax reporting, charitable donation filings, insurance coverage and claims, divorce proceedings, probate, and pre-sale valuation, as a specialized subset of our personal property valuations.
Why specialists
Antiques present unusual valuation challenges because of age, provenance, condition, and shifting collector markets. Our appraisals are prepared by credentialed specialists in decorative arts, period furniture, ceramics, silver, and other antique categories, a level of knowledge that goes well beyond a general household goods assessment.
How we work
Many antiques appraisals are completed remotely from photographs and provenance documentation. We coordinate an onsite inspection when the size of a collection, the complexity of its condition, or a lender's requirements make in-person review necessary.
Purposes we serve
We prepare antiques appraisals for the purposes that require a documented valuation:
We appraise a wide range of antique categories, with particular depth in furniture, decorative arts, and collectibles from the 18th century through the early 20th century.
Furniture, ceramics, and silver
The core antique categories of furniture, ceramics, and silver:
Instruments, maps, and lighting
Antiques of measurement, navigation, and illumination, from barometers to oil lamps:
Folk art and toys
Handmade and mechanical antiques, from needlework to automata:
We serve individual collectors, families settling estates, auction houses, dealers, and nonprofit organizations, along with the attorneys, CPAs, and estate planners who need a credentialed antiques appraisal for a legal, tax, or insurance purpose.
Collectors, estates, and dealers
Collectors, families managing an estate, auction houses, and dealers engage us when an insurance policy, an estate division, or a coming sale needs an independent valuation of antiques.
Advisors and nonprofits
Attorneys, CPAs, estate planners, and nonprofit organizations rely on our antiques appraisals when an IRS submission, an insurance claim, or a probate filing needs a documented valuation.
What antiques appraisal clients say we are known for
Across 23 published antiques 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.
Joe and his team were highly responsive and provided strong, well-supported comparisons to justify their appraisal values. The process of uploading photos was smooth and straightforward. We would definitely work with him again for future appraisal needs.
Antiques Appraisal for Personal Use
AppraiseItNow, Inc. was professional in every way. They were prompt, thorough, and provided impressive credentials that demonstrated their expertise. I highly recommend their services.
Antiques Appraisal for Personal Use
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've dealt with several appraisers, and this was my first time using AppraiseItNow. They were by far the best. They did a great job. Their process was honest, efficient, and very detailed. Their staff was highly credentialed, and they provided IRS-compliant guidelines in their evaluation process, which was exactly what we were looking for. Their customer service also had prompt response times and was a pleasure to work with. If I need this service again, I won't go anywhere else.
Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation
We had an excellent experience working with AppraiseItNow. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly thorough. They took the time to understand our specific needs and delivered a detailed and accurate appraisal that was well organized and easy to understand. Communication was clear and timely throughout the entire process. They were always available to answer our questions and provided thoughtful explanations whenever we needed more clarity. Their attention to detail and strong market knowledge gave us complete confidence in the final report. It’s clear that they take pride in their work and genuinely care about providing high-quality service. We would absolutely recommend AppraiseItNow to any business or property owner looking for a reliable and professional appraisal company. Five stars all the way.
Personal Property 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!
Sports Memorabilia Appraisal for Charitable Donation
Submit estimate or list of items for our review.
We'll share a flat fee quote for your approval.
Submit details on all of your items for our review.
We'll conduct detailed research and prepare a written USPAP-compliant report.
Delivery of your report and supporting documents (e.g., signed IRS Form 8283) by email.
Standard Fee Range
$195 – $995
Standard range for our antique appraisals based on past projects
Two report tiers. Your intended use sets which one you need.
from $195
USPAP-compliant report for standard purposes
from $295
USPAP-compliant and IRS-qualified report for advanced purposes
Please note that the fees listed below are for informational purposes and are subject to change. Our team will review your materials and issue your quote before we get started.
1 item
$195 – $395
Single-item appraisal
10 items
$695 – $1200
Small collection pricing
50-100+ items
$1,600 – $3,500+
Discounted pricing for larger collections
Our Antiques appraisal fees are transparent, scope-based, and designed to be fully USPAP-compliant for your intended use. We don't bill by the hour and will propose a fixed fee before we start our work, so you'll know exactly what you are paying before engaging our team. Please note that the pricing outlined here is strictly for informational purposes; before issuing your quote, we will need to get a better understanding of your assets so we can properly scope the assignment.
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:
By triangulating three types of market evidence: completed auction results, active dealer and gallery offerings, and category-specific price guides used as a historical baseline. Our appraisers cite specific sale dates, lot numbers, and venues, then reconcile several arm’s-length sales of materially comparable items into a value range, adjusting for age, rarity, and condition.
No. Asking prices in dealer listings and marketplaces often sit unsold and do not establish what buyers actually pay. Credible appraisals prioritize documented completed transactions and treat unsold listings only as context. Relying on asking prices tends to inflate values and is a frequent reason insurers, courts, and the IRS discount owner-supplied numbers.
No. Original patina, craquelure, and period-consistent wear are key authenticity and value indicators, and aggressive cleaning or modern refinishing can materially reduce desirability and price. Have the item appraised as found; the report will note any existing restorations and explain how they affect the comparison to market sales.
The object itself in detail: dimensions, materials, maker or artist, production period, visible marks, and condition including wear, damage, and repairs. It must also state the value definition, intended use, effective date, market level (auction, dealer, or retail), and the approach used. A one-line value statement without methodology fails basic professional expectations and cannot be relied on for tax, insurance, or litigation use.
When you claim more than $5,000 for an item or a group of similar items: the IRS requires a signed qualified appraisal with Section B of Form 8283 attached to the return. Certain higher-value categories, such as art over $20,000, trigger additional review requirements, so the appraisal must match the specific form and threshold involved.
