International Society of Appraisers

Personal Property and Peace of Mind

In 2014, Consumer Reports published a handy flow chart outlining the process of dealing with personal property, or what they called “stuff.” And at the very top, directly beneath the first item, what do we find? “Get an appraisal.” Seems…
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Uniform Standards of the Professional Appraisal Practice: Why They’re Important

Personal property often requires a formal appraisal in order to obtain insurance, settle a claim, help determine estate tax liability, document a charitable donation, aid in equitable distribution, or just in preparation for resale. Other times you may simply be…
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