A personal property appraisal is a professional, written evaluation of the fair market value of personal items—anything that isn’t real estate. This can include:
Furniture
Antiques & collectibles
Farm equipment
Vehicles
Estate contents
Business assets
Tools & machinery
Jewelry
An appraiser evaluates the item(s) based on condition, age, market demand, and comparable sales, then provides a written report of their estimated fair market value.
I provide professional appraisal services to help you understand the true value of your property, whether for personal, financial, or legal purposes.
Personal property appraisals are often needed for:
Estate settlements (probate, inheritance)
Divorces (division of property)
Insurance purposes (coverage or claims)
Donations & tax deductions
Bankruptcy or financial planning
Pre-auction or pre-sale evaluations
Anyone needing to establish the value of personal items for legal, financial, or sale purposes can benefit from a certified appraisal.
My training includes specialized areas such as:
Estate & Gift Appraisals – helping families and individuals with estate planning and settlement
Charitable Donation Appraisals – providing accurate values to support your tax-deductible gifts
Bankruptcy Appraisals – fair and reliable valuations for financial proceedings
Insurance Appraisals – making sure your property is properly covered
Divorce Appraisals – offering unbiased valuations during property division
Casualty Loss Appraisals – documenting losses for insurance claims or tax purposes
I’m also trained to serve as an expert witness in court, meaning I can prepare appraisals that stand up in legal settings and provide clear, professional testimony when needed.
I am a proud member of the Certified Appraisers Guild of America (CAGA), the nation’s largest personal property appraiser organization. Earning the CAGA designation means I have completed rigorous certification training and met the professional standards required to serve clients with accuracy and integrity.
As a member, I also uphold the CAGA Code of Professional Ethics, ensuring every appraisal is handled with fairness, honesty, and the highest level of professionalism.
When you choose a CAGA appraiser, you’re choosing proven expertise backed by one of the most respected appraisal organizations in the country.
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