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Office Hours Information from March 2025

International Society of Appraisers

The definition may vary slightly from federal government definitions used to determine tax liabilities. A collection of unbranded jewelry that has no celebrity provenance may sell at a local or regional auction house. The process for determining fair market value for a damage claim would be the same for any other intended use.

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Why You Need an Appraisal

Penrose Appraisals

You've got some antiques you inherited from your aunt, a small but growing collection of vintage Star Wars toys, and that mysterious oil portrait of two little kids that you picked up at a second-hand store a few years back. Estate tax liability. Most states do not have an estate tax, but some have inheritance taxes.

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Should I Have My Antiques Appraised for Insurance Purposes?

Harrison Appraisals

Collecting trends and changes in taste have had a major impact on everything from antique furniture to folk art. Market fluctuations and rarity can have a big impact on antiques and collectibles. Condition issues, wear and tear, damage and environmental factors can also affect collectability and value.