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Virginia damage appraisers delivering certified valuations of personal property, equipment and machinery, fine art, boats and watercraft, automobiles and vehicles, and inventory for insurance damage claims. AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, USPAP-compliant damage claim appraisals across Virginia, including Richmond, Virginia Beach, and Norfolk.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR INSURANCE CARRIERS, ADJUSTERS, AND CLAIMS REVIEWERS ACROSS VIRGINIA.
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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.
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.
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.
Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser
Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers. Raymond values capital stock, business enterprises, stock options, and intangible assets.
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
American Society of AppraisersAccredited Senior Appraiser
The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standardsAppraiseItNow provides professional damage claim appraisals for Virginia clients who need defensible valuations following theft, fire, flooding, accidents, or other loss events. Virginia law recognizes diminished value claims for vehicles under Averett v. Shircliff, and insurance policies in the state must include an appraisal clause under Virginia Code § 38.2-2105, giving policyholders the right to demand an independent appraisal when disputes arise over loss value. Damage claim appraisals establish fair market value before and after a loss, supporting insurance settlements and federal casualty loss deductions reported on IRS Form 4684.
Both remote and onsite appraisal options are available, so clients across Northern Virginia, Hampton Roads, Richmond, and rural communities can access credentialed appraisers without delay. Learn more about our full range of appraisal services in Virginia and how we can support your specific claim.
AppraiseItNow covers all major asset classes commonly involved in Virginia damage claim situations, including:
AppraiseItNow serves Virginia vehicle owners pursuing diminished value claims, homeowners and renters filing insurance disputes, business owners seeking compensation for damaged equipment or inventory, and attorneys or adjusters who need a credentialed, court-ready appraisal report to support negotiations or litigation.
What Virginia clients say we are known for
Across 17 published Virginia 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.
My daughter had purchased a very collectible 2003 Mustang Cobra terminator just 3 months before her accident with 50,000 miles on it, for 30,000 dollars. We were experiencing some very heavy rains and she hydroplaned and smashed into a guard rail and totaled her car. The insurance company offered her $18,000, but we told them that was an insult to this car. We kept going round and round with them but they were not budging. Finally we googled an independent appraiser and found AppraiseItNow! Their appraised value was 26,462. They negotiated with the insurance for us and we ended up with 25,900. They were awesome and helped us get much closer to the appropriate value of the Cobra. Absolutely worth the price we paid. Highly recommended!
Car Appraisal for Insurance Claim
These guys were phenomenal. Joe was very responsive and gave clear instructions on how to submit my information for the appraisal, which he completed in a very quick timeframe. The appraisal itself was extremely detailed and included a thorough explanation of how they arrived at the value. It came with extensive documentation, and it’s clear they did a significant amount of research. They were also very responsive through text and email and always available to answer any questions. I had them appraise my fifth-wheel RV for resale, and I highly recommend their services. I will definitely use them again.
Recreational Vehicle Appraisal for Insurance Coverage
AppraiseItNow did an outstanding job appraising my 1998 Bobcat Skid Steer and circa 2010 Yuchai Crawler Dozer. We could not locate a serial number on the dozer, and there were no online sales available, but they were still able to develop an accurate appraisal using known specifications for my dozer compared to other comparable make and model dozers. They diligently researched both equipment items and provided well-documented reports.
Machinery & Equipment Appraisal
I was in dire need of an appraisal for my father's mobile home, which he needed for Medicaid approval. I couldn’t find anyone to do it for a long time, but then I found this company online and decided to give them a try. I’m so glad I did. They were wonderful to work with. I sent the pictures, and within just a few days I received the appraisal. They are absolutely worth the money.
Mobile Home Appraisal
I recently requested a retroactive appraisal for fine art from AppraiseItNow. I received excellent service from intake to delivery. The appraisal was delivered on time and the content of the appraisal absolutely met my expectations!
Artwork Appraisal
From the start they were very responsive, price competitive, and had a quick turn around time. Thank you so much to Joe who was very sweet in responding to my emails; I am looking forward to utilizing AppraiseItNow for many years to come.
Five years from when the cause of action accrues, under Va. Code § 8.01-243(B), and the same window covers vehicle diminished value claims. That is notably longer than the two- or three-year limits most states apply to personal property damage.
Yes. Va. Code § 8.01-416 lets a plaintiff submit an itemized estimate or appraisal verified by the affidavit of a qualified motor vehicle mechanic, estimator, or appraiser who states their qualifications, experience, and business details. For claims over $2,500, the affidavit and estimate must be served on the other side at least seven days before trial or they are inadmissible.
Yes, by statute. Va. Code § 46.2-1600 defines diminished value compensation as an amount an insurer pays a third-party vehicle owner in addition to repair costs for the vehicle's reduced value after damage, giving these claims a statutory footing that most states leave to case law.
It depends on the amount claimed: the small claims division handles up to $5,000 via a Warrant in Debt (form DC-412), General District Court hears claims up to $25,000, and Circuit Court takes claims above that. The documented loss value effectively selects the forum.
