A certified appraisal is a legal document as important as a Will and is the only way to accurately describe and value property.
A properly prepared appraisal will clarify questions of property value in any circumstance. Our appraisals are above national conformance standards, and adhere to a much higher standard than a general appraisal.
The descriptions and values made by a qualified appraiser assure technical accuracy and appropriate market level evaluation. There are many purposes and uses for an appraisal. Here are the most common:
Insurance:
Estates and Estate Planning:
Property Evaluation and Insurance:
Donations:
Our rates are the most competitive in the Washington, DC metropolitan area. Formal Market Value Appraisals and/or Official Insurance Value Appraisals are charged at the standard rate of $175/hour plus expenses. If the client is located more than 20 miles from Washington DC travel time is charged. We have a two hour minimum for all appointments and/or appraisal services. We require 24 hours notice prior to appointment cancellations or reschedules or the client will be charged the two hour minimum.
Please contact us for your free consultation regarding the services you require. .
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Vintage Suitcases & Trunks & Alligator Suitcases
Architectural
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