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Personal property appraisals in Texas for donations, estate tax, divorce, and probate, prepared in accordance with USPAP and IRS requirements. AppraiseItNow appraises antiques, jewelry, fine art, collectibles, and furniture across Texas, including Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT PERSONAL PROPERTY APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, TEXAS COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
Texas holds major auction and antiques markets in Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston and a growing collectibles culture in Austin and San Antonio, alongside property reflecting the state's energy industry heritage and its Western and Native American art traditions. Two of the assets below link to a page written for Texas; the rest link to the appraisers who cover them nationwide.
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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 personal property appraisal services throughout Texas for a wide range of purposes, including charitable donations, estate tax reporting, divorce proceedings, and probate. Whether you are settling an estate, documenting assets for a legal matter, or establishing values for a non-cash charitable contribution, our credentialed appraisers deliver accurate, well-supported reports that meet IRS, court, and institutional standards. As one of the most economically diverse states in the country, Texas generates consistent demand for professional personal property valuations across every major metro area and beyond.
Most personal property appraisals are completed remotely using photographs and supporting documentation, making the process fast and convenient for clients across Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, and smaller communities statewide. For larger collections, complex items, or situations requiring a physical inspection, our appraisers coordinate onsite visits to ensure thorough documentation. We offer Fair Market Value (FMV), Replacement Value, and Actual Cash Value (ACV) appraisals for various intended uses.
AppraiseItNow serves individual collectors, families managing estates, donors making charitable contributions, and professional advisors including estate attorneys, CPAs, financial planners, and insurance professionals who require independent, defensible valuations for their clients throughout Texas.
What Texas clients say we are known for
Across 23 published Texas 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.
Exceptional customer service and fast turnaround on my request for an insurance appraisal. Their professionalism, responsiveness, and attention to detail strengthened my position in an ongoing insurance claim. Incredibly easy to work with—courteous, efficient, and clear in their communication throughout the process. Highly recommend them to anyone needing accurate, independent appraisals for insurance or personal purposes.
Personal Property Appraisal for Insurance Claim
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
The staff at AppraiseItNow was exceptionally professional and attentive, ensuring a comfortable experience throughout the entire appraisal process.
Sports Memorabilia Appraisal for Personal Use
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
The AppraiseItNow team was great to work with. We hired them to appraise some precious metals for a charitable donation, and they were very helpful throughout the process. They provided clear instructions on how to submit photos and item descriptions, and delivered the appraisal and IRS forms within just a few days. Thank you so much, highly recommended!
Bullion 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
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:
Usually not, because fair market value for clothing sits well below original retail price. A common costly mistake is treating retail asking prices, eBay listings, or replacement-cost figures as fair market value; those numbers reflect different markets. Our appraisers base value on what comparable garments actually sell for, adjusted for brand, condition, rarity, provenance, and current demand.
A qualified appraisal is generally required once your noncash charitable deduction for the donated property exceeds $5,000, and the donation must be reported on IRS Form 8283. High-end wardrobe and couture donations reach that threshold faster than most donors expect, so we document each garment with condition notes and comparable-sales support.
Texas Estates Code Chapter 309 requires the personal representative to file a verified inventory of all estate personal property, stating the fair market value of each item as of the date of death, generally within 91 days after qualifying. Wardrobes with significant designer, vintage, or fur pieces are typically supported with a professional appraisal rather than a guess.
No, Texas imposes no state estate or inheritance tax. Only the federal estate tax can apply, and Form 706 is triggered only when the gross estate exceeds the federal exclusion amount, which is $13.99 million for 2025. Even below that threshold, date-of-death values for valuable clothing may still be needed for the probate inventory and basis records.