About
Us

Our Goal Is
To Be of Service

We simplify the overwhelming process of valuing assets into a seamless appraisal experience, from the initial inspection to the appraisal report.

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Knowledge, Respect,
Integrity, Trust

Acanthus Appraisals is in compliance with:

  • The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP),
  • The American Society of Appraisers’ Principles of Appraisal Practice and Code of Ethics, and
  • IRS Qualified Appraiser and Qualified Appraisal requirements.

About Analee McClellan, ASA, ISA AM

Principal

An Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers (ASA) and an Accredited Member with the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), Ms. McClellan is an independent professional appraiser of antiques, decorative arts and residential contents who specializes in complex assignments.

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By working with Acanthus Appraisals, you gain access to:

  • Sophisticated, supported and credible research conducted by our network of appraisers across a wide range of specialties.
  • Professional, unbiased, independent and objective opinions of value that inform your decision-making.
  • Absence of conflict of interest; we are not dealers or estate sale handlers. Our fees are never a percentage of appraised value.
  • Assurance that all inquiries and assignments will be kept confidential as per professional standards and ethics.
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Acanthus is trusted by:

  • Trust and estate attorneys, fiduciaries, and CPAs
  • Estate executors and trustees
  • Family law attorneys and wealth managers
  • Trust and estate banking professionals
  • Professional downsizers and estate sale companies
  • Insurance companies claim representatives and insurance brokers
  • Litigation attorneys
  • Personal property appraisers

How can we help you?