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4 Reasons to Get an Estate Appraisal – Ray from ValuePros

ValuePros Appraisal Services

Estate Tax Return or Probate Requirement In some cases, an appraisal is not just helpful, it’s required. Accurate, IRS-compliant valuations are necessary to support those filings. Some states and local courts also require personal property appraisals during probate proceedings.

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Choosing an Appraiser—Essential Questions to Ask: Part I

Art Advisor's Blog

Working to USPAP standards of professional conduct should be a minimum requirement for hiring an appraiser. The standards include the need for the appraiser to have no financial interest in the outcome of the valuation. An appraiser must be independent and must certify that they were not paid for any specified result.