What qualifications should a personal property appraiser have?

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Unlike other appraisal professionals, such as real estate appraisers, there is no state or federal licensing organization for appraisers of personal property. However, there is an accreditation process if the appraiser belongs to a professional appraisal organization, such as the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the oldest and only major international appraisal organization that accredits […]

What should I know if I need to settle an estate?

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Settling an estate is the process of finalizing all legal requirements and closing the estate account, including paying debts, meeting tax obligations and distributing assets, after we lose a loved one. This can be a very stressful and emotional process. In this article, we outline key information that you should be aware of if you […]

How to Prepare for an Appraisal Inspection

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The scope of a personal property appraisal generally includes an inspection of the objects to be appraised in order to gather information on the characteristics that have an impact on each object’s value. In addition, an inspection is also useful for the appraiser to determine the methods and techniques to be applied to the specific […]