Preparing for An Appraisal
If you do not have time to complete the following suggestions prior to the appraiser’s arrival.....
No problem, we'll take care of it when we arrive.
Decide which items you want to have appraised. If you are unsure on some items, place them all in one area and have the appraiser help you decide.
Gather together all your items.
The appraiser can work with you if you have a preference for grouping order. For instance, you can have the appraiser list every thing room by room; or group together by subject, like all the artwork, all the silver, all the furniture, etc.
If there are items in the attic, closets, garage, sheds, barns etc., please make sure they are open for viewing and accessible.
Unpack and unwrap any items being appraised that are tucked away.
Group similar items together sets of dishes, glassware, silverware, etc. Have all sales receipts, prior appraisals, historical information, family documentation, available.
Large pieces of furniture may need to be pulled away from the wall. Be prepared to remove any lamps, pictures or breakable items which might be damaged in the process.
If this is an estate appraisal, please provide appraiser with the date of death. If there is a will, please ensure that all items specifically bequeathed in the will are available for appraiser’s inspection.
Our appraisers usually work "room by room". Each room is listed on the appraisal as a heading with pictures and corresponding numbers underneath.
Please feel free to call if you need more information. Please allow 1-4 weeks lead-time for large estate work or complete household inventories.Our expert appraisers are ready to serve you.
