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Personal property appraisals in Washington DC for donations, estate tax, divorce, and probate, prepared in accordance with USPAP and IRS requirements. AppraiseItNow appraises furniture, jewelry, collectibles, art, and electronics across Washington DC and surrounding areas.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT PERSONAL PROPERTY APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, WASHINGTON DC 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 standardsAppraiseItNow provides personal property appraisal services throughout Washington DC for individuals, families, estates, attorneys, CPAs, and nonprofit organizations requiring independent valuations for a wide range of purposes including charitable donations, estate tax reporting, divorce proceedings, and probate. Washington DC's unique character as a federal district home to diplomatic communities, congressional staff, federal employees, and high-net-worth collectors creates consistent demand for credentialed appraisals across categories such as fine art, antiques, jewelry, historical artifacts, and decorative arts. Whether you are settling an estate, documenting assets for a divorce proceeding, or preparing a charitable contribution under IRS Form 8283, our appraisers deliver accurate, defensible reports that meet IRS and legal standards.
Most personal property appraisals are completed remotely using photographs and supporting documentation, allowing clients across Washington DC to receive professional valuations without scheduling delays. For larger collections, complex items, or situations where an onsite inspection is required by the intended use of the report, our appraisers coordinate in-person visits throughout the district. We offer Fair Market Value (FMV), Replacement Value, and Actual Cash Value (ACV) appraisals for various intended uses.
Washington DC's diverse population of collectors, diplomats, federal professionals, and philanthropists means personal property appraisals in the district span an exceptionally wide range of asset categories. AppraiseItNow appraises the following types of personal property in Washington DC:
Washington DC's proximity to the Smithsonian Institution, Georgetown antique dealers, and major auction house representatives from Christie's, Sotheby's, and Bonhams creates a sophisticated local market with well-established benchmarks for American art, historical furnishings, and decorative objects. Appraisers serving the district also frequently encounter niche categories such as diplomatic gifts and cultural heritage items that require specialized expertise beyond standard personal property valuation.
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 Washington DC.
What Washington DC clients say we are known for
Across 23 published Washington DC 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.
By far the best of the best when it comes to an appraisal company. Truly professional owner who provides a detailed appraisal in an efficient and better than expected delivery time. A must GO TO Company. Would recommend to anyone.
Clothing 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
AppraiseItNow's service was expeditious and professional. The report was thorough with plenty of examples and rationale for the valuations. Good service comes at a cost, but for me it was well worth it. Highly recommended!
Personal Property 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, once the claimed deduction for donated property exceeds $5,000, the IRS generally requires a qualified appraisal and Form 8283. Designer wardrobes, furs, and couture collections cross that line more often than donors expect, and the appraisal must value the garments at fair market value, not what they cost new.
Brand and designer, condition, rarity and age, provenance, fabric and craftsmanship, and current demand, because those are the factors that drive real market prices. A well-kept piece from a sought-after house with documented provenance can outvalue a newer garment that simply cost more at retail.
In a supervised District of Columbia administration, D.C. Code § 20-712 requires the fair market value of each item listed in the inventory to be set by appraisal as of the date of death, presented in columnar form that describes each item and is verified by the appraiser rather than an informal list. Valuable clothing and accessories get itemized and supported like any other appraised asset.
Only above set limits. D.C. Code § 15-501 lets the head of a family exempt wearing apparel, household furnishings, appliances, books, and similar items used for personal or family purposes up to $425 per item and $8,625 in aggregate. Item-level values determine what falls inside the exemption, which is where a documented appraisal of a wardrobe or furnishings earns its place in enforcement disputes.
