Resolved Recently, the 9th Circuit Court upheld a U.S. Tax Court opinion that an appraisal from a highly regarded auction … More
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2017 USPAP Update Complete!
Earlier this week, I completed a 7-hour update course on the Uniform Standards of the Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), which … More
Art Term of the Day: Sfumato
Sfumato is an Italian term used in oil painting to describe the skillful blending of colors and tones such that … More
Appraisal: Being Sure of Identity and Value
In this new series of blog posts, I’m going to outline basic concepts and terminology used by appraisers that will … More
Live confidently: Be Sure of Identity and Value
Be sure of identity and value. Call your appraiser!
Personal Property and Peace of Mind
In 2014, Consumer Reports published a handy flow chart outlining the process of dealing with personal property, or what … More
Uniform Standards of the Professional Appraisal Practice: Why They’re Important
Personal property often requires a formal appraisal in order to obtain insurance, settle a claim, help determine estate tax liability, … More