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Wisconsin charitable donation appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of personal property, equipment and machinery, fine art, business interests, boats and watercraft, automobiles and vehicles, and inventory for IRS Form 8283 charitable donation filings. AppraiseItNow provides credentialed, USPAP-compliant charitable donation appraisals across Wisconsin, including Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, WISCONSIN CHARITIES, AND TAX PREPARERS.
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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 standardsIRS Form 8283
A Wisconsin donor claiming more than $5,000 for donated property files Section B of Form 8283 with a qualified appraisal. We prepare the appraisal and complete the appraiser's part of the form, for donors anywhere in Wisconsin.
A qualified appraisal is required for items reportable in Section B and in certain cases must be attached.
AppraiseItNow provides qualified charitable donation appraisals for Wisconsin donors contributing non-cash property valued over $5,000, the IRS threshold requiring a qualified appraisal and completion of IRS Form 8283. Wisconsin's active conservation and land trust sector, agricultural community, and robust nonprofit economy make charitable donation appraisals a frequent need across the state. Our appraisers produce USPAP-compliant reports that satisfy IRS documentation requirements and hold up to scrutiny.
AppraiseItNow offers both remote and onsite appraisal services, making it easy to get a qualified valuation regardless of where your assets are located. Our appraisers in Wisconsin serve donors in Milwaukee, Madison, Green Bay, and communities statewide.
AppraiseItNow covers all major asset classes commonly donated to qualifying organizations in Wisconsin, including:
AppraiseItNow serves individual donors, farmers, business owners, and nonprofit organizations across Wisconsin who need qualified appraisals to substantiate non-cash charitable contributions for IRS purposes. We work with clients donating everything from manufacturing equipment and fine art to business interests and watercraft to qualifying charitable organizations throughout the state.
Wisconsin donors follow federal IRS rules when claiming deductions for non-cash charitable contributions. Understanding the key thresholds and deadlines helps ensure your deduction is fully defensible.
For non-cash donations exceeding $500, donors must file IRS Form 8283. Donations of a single item or group of similar items valued over $5,000 require a qualified appraisal and a completed Section B of IRS Form 8283, signed by both the appraiser and the donee organization. For art valued over $20,000 or total donated property exceeding $500,000, the full appraisal must be attached to the return.
The qualified appraisal must be completed no earlier than 60 days before the donation date. It must also be completed no later than the due date of the tax return, including extensions. Missing this window can result in a disallowed deduction.
The appraiser must meet IRS qualification standards and cannot charge a fee based on a percentage of the appraised value. Appraisers who were involved in acquiring the donated property are generally disqualified unless the donation occurs within two months of acquisition at or below cost. All AppraiseItNow appraisals are USPAP-compliant and prepared by qualified appraisers.
Wisconsin's conservation sector creates unique appraisal demands that go beyond standard IRS requirements. Donors contributing assets to organizations like the Natural Resources Foundation of Wisconsin often need appraisals that confirm not only fair market value but also that a resale market exists, enabling the charity to sell the asset within 12 months of receipt.
Wisconsin's agricultural economy also drives significant charitable donation activity, as farmers and rural landowners frequently donate equipment, inventory, and other assets to qualifying organizations. These donations require the same qualified appraisal standards as any other non-cash contribution, and AppraiseItNow's appraisers are experienced with the asset types most common in Wisconsin's rural and agricultural communities.
Recipient charities in Wisconsin that receive over $500,000 in annual contributions must file reviewed financial statements with the state under Wisconsin Statutes Chapter 202. While this requirement applies to the organization rather than the donor, it reflects the high level of charitable activity in Wisconsin and the importance of accurate, well-documented appraisals throughout the donation process.
What Wisconsin clients say we are known for
Across 38 published Wisconsin 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 quickly we answer, and how much research is visible in the report.
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
My wife and I purchased a property that included a double-wide mobile home, which we decided to donate to a local charitable organization that provides housing for low-income families. This type of donation required a formal appraisal to qualify for an IRS tax deduction, so we reached out to Appraise It Now. From the start, they were able to clearly answer all of our questions about both the appraisal process and the tax deduction requirements. We provided photos and additional details, and within 10 days we received a thorough, well-prepared report that included all the necessary IRS forms. I’m giving Appraise It Now a five-star review because communication was excellent throughout the entire process. Everyone I spoke with was helpful, friendly, and professional, and emails were always answered quickly. We were completely satisfied with the experience. Thank you!
Mobile Home Appraisal for Charitable Donation
I recommend AppraiseItNow Inc. highly. I needed an appraisal of fair market value for geologic laboratory equipment for charitable donations to three universities. The unique items and limited secondary market complicated the valuation. They provided a sound, verifiable estimate and the 8283 forms that I was able to use in my tax filings. I would use them again.
Lab Equipment 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
10 Stars!! Joe was a pleasure to work with. Answered all my questions with incredible patience. Payment was swift and they got started immediately and the turn around time was much sooner than I expected. (I was on a time crunch and they got it done for me incredibly fast!) And the best part was the appraisal was even more than what I was expecting. And everything I need was sent to my email. Fantastic experience, would recommend to anyone needing an appraisal!
Auto Appraisal for Charitable Donation
We had a very unusual appraisal request for merchandise valued at over half a million dollars, and the team handled it quickly and thoroughly. We will definitely return for any future appraisal needs and highly recommend them to anyone in need of appraisal services. – TGBA, Inc., Tampa, FL
Inventory Appraisal for Charitable Donation
Federal thresholds only: Form 8283 Section A for deductions over $500, a qualified appraisal with Section B at $5,000 or more, the full appraisal report attached for art of $20,000 or more, and an attached appraisal for donations exceeding $500,000, per the IRS Instructions for Form 8283. Wisconsin sets no separate state thresholds.
No. Deductions of $500 or less generally require no appraisal at all, and gifts between $500 and $5,000 need only Form 8283 Section A. The qualified appraisal requirement begins when an item or group of similar items passes $5,000.
A Wisconsin-specific rule for property donated to the Department of Transportation: when the anticipated value is $25,000 or less and the valuation is uncomplicated, WisDOT may waive its appraisal obligation using form RE1896 signed by the owner. Donations above $25,000 or with complex valuation issues should be formally appraised before acceptance.
Through the probate inventory. Wisconsin courts appoint disinterested appraisers to certify inventory values under Wis. Stat. § 858.13, with separate appraisers possible for property located in different counties. A later charitable deduction above $5,000 still requires a federal qualified appraisal in addition to that probate valuation.
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