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Is Your Property Worth The Cost Of A Complete Appraisal?
To: Estate Executors, Attorneys, and Insurance Adjustors:
Let's face it: few items in an estate are worth much. Ninety-five percent of an estate consists of consumer goods that can be purchased new anywhere and sell for pennies on the dollar at a thrift store. The remaining five percent of an estate is split between memorabilia and a few "special items".
It's these "special items" that can get an executor (or an appraiser) in trouble. Items like the Commemorative Coin Set that the TV said was "guaranteed to go up in value". Or the antique desk that was purchased cheap at an auction but the auctioneer said "was worth thousands". When the estate is liquidated, and the "special items" don't bring much money, the heirs feel cheated. They want answers. And they start making accusations in your direction.
My Inventory And Valuation SurveyReport Can Help Avert A "Crisis"
The Inventory and Valuation SurveyReport lists the estate property by group, notes items of potential high value, gives a value range for each group and a total value range for the estate. References are given for value conclusions. Comparable sales data, historical profiles, and provenance are not established, eliminating the high cost of research for a complete appraisal. If no "potential high value" items are found, the report can stand as-is. If high value items are found, further investigation can be done if requested.
Here's The Format for the Inventory and Valuation Survey Report:
State the circumstances of the report (who, where, when, why)
General description of the estate
Narrative description of property by group (furniture, vehicles, etc.)
Probate Inventory form filled out & completed
Identification of potential high-value items
Summary of value range
Credentials and limitations
Photos if requested
A Complete Appraisal Can Be Done For High-Value Items
In cases where a complete appraisal is warranted, I will inspect, photograph, and research the items(s) needing appraisal and provide a written report that conforms to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. For appraisals outside my area of expertise, I will partner with respected appraisal specialists to provide you with a reliable appraisal of your Virginia and North Carolina personal property.
Email me today to find out what your property is worth!
Help for Executors! View Instructions "How to Inventory And Value Estate Personal Property"
