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Determining Fair Market Value Part I

International Society of Appraisers

5/13/2025 12:00:00 AM Determining fair market value (FMV) can be a complex process, as it is highly dependent on the specific facts and circumstances surrounding each appraisal assignment. IRS Publication 561, Determining the Value of Donated Property , is the best starting point for guidance on determining fair market value.

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The Role of Jewelry Appraisers in Insurance Valuation

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

These scenarios reflect the all-too-common struggles encountered in jewelry valuation. In this guide, we’ll discuss what jewelry appraisers do, types of jewelry valuation clauses, and how jewelry appraisers help ensure you get fair insurance claims. What do Jewelry Appraisers Do?

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Part II: Understanding and Determining Fair Market Value in Canadian Appraisals

International Society of Appraisers

5/22/2025 12:00:00 AM Fair market value (FMV) is foundational in Canadian personal property appraisals prepared for charitable donations, estate administration, and cultural property certification applications. This means a consistently achieved market price, not an unusually high one-off sale.

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Estate Tax Planning Strategies for Art Collections

Art Appraisal Resources

In this post, we will discuss the importance of accurately valuing your art collection, the estate tax implications of art collections, and strategies for mitigating estate tax liability. Appraisers also use comparative analysis to provide a basis for estimating the artwork’s potential market value.

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What Are the Different Types of Jewelry Appraisals

Buckhead Jewelry Appraisers

It involves examining various factors such as the materials used, craftsmanship, brand reputation (in the case of designer pieces), market demand, and overall condition. This knowledge empowers you to protect and maximize the value of your precious jewelry assets. It considers factors such as demand, condition, and comparable sales.

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Understanding Gemological Reports for Jewelry Appraisal

Gemology Resources

Besides these fundamental characteristics, the report can delve into a colored gemstone's provenance, acquiring an opinion of its geographic origin, which can significantly affect its market value. These documents are pivotal in establishing a gemstone's identification and, by extension, its market value.

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What Does An Appraiser Do, Anyway?

Penrose Appraisals

If you are getting an appraisal done on your collection of antique clocks for insurance purposes, then the appraiser will be looking for replacement value - for example, what it would cost to buy the item at retail. Appraisers are not simply walking around with valuations in their head.