In Home Appraiser
​Free consultations -  all fees in advance
In home walk through value for estate property, verbal or written
An itemized inventory report with a photo, one line description and value for each item, or choose the verbal option. Used to give you property values before you consider selling or dividing an estate. I can also assist in soliciting cash offers for some items or groups of items. 
​​Starting at 175. for 2-3 hours in home verbal.   
House contents value for probate
A report documenting the fair market value of an entire estate including household and personal effects ref: MN Statute 524.3-707 and IRS Title 26 C.F.R. § 20.2031-6. NOT a certified USPAP appraisal, NOT an itemized report.​
575. & up
Certified fair market value appraisal (FMV)
A report with the price you can expect to receive if you sell your property in a quick & responsible manner. Certified for legal & IRS tax deductible donations of your personal property. May include form 8283 in accordance with IRS Publication 561. 
125. each & up
Certified replacement value appraisal (ReV)
A report with the price you can expect to pay to purchase a replacement for your item. Certified for insurance & legal. Commonly used for property damage with insurance claims, includes photos. 
125. each & up
Clean outs, hoarders, garage salers & compulsive collectors
Don't know what to throw out and what to keep, what is valuable and what should be donated?  When it comes time to clear out, call an expert to tell you what's valuable. May include written notes, NOT a certified USPAP appraisal.
425. & up
Legal etc.
Legal proceedings including but not limited to: court appearance, deposition, appraisal review, consultation, cross examination, conferences, recorded phone calls, expert witness testimony, travel, preparation time & waiting. A monetary retainer will be required for all proceedings and depositions.
85. hr.
The Certified Appraisal Process
Examination
Each piece of property is thoroughly examined by the appraiser for condition, characteristics, hallmarks and dimensions. Testimony is gathered to establish value related facts & provenance (evidence for its original production and formal ownership).
Photographs
Photographs are taken to document the item's existence and to aid in research. Special attention to capture and quantify the condition and hallmarks that could determine value are carefully recorded. Photographs are always included in certified appraisal reports.
Research
Value conclusions for appraisals are based on comparable sales analysis. The two week minimum research time includes the time taken to identify marks, verify dates, locate comparable sales data, investigate retail markets, and consult experts, if necessary. This produces an accurate report that protects you and your property.    
​Report
A complete appraisal report explaining the type of value being sought, how the appraisal is to be used, the methodology and resources relied upon, the date and location of the inspection, the effective date of the value, a statement that the appraiser has no financial interest in the property, and the appraiser's signature. The body of the appraisal contains an accurate description of each item of property in the report, along with the value conclusions.
Legal Proceedings and Depositions
Estate planning, legal settlements, tax issues and insurance contracts often require a current, formal appraisal. A USPAP Certified Professional Appraiser is trained in legal proceedings, professional depositions, appraisal review, cross examination and expert witness testimony.