Types of Personal Property Appraisals Offered by Heritage Haven Antiques
Resale Market Evaluation
For individuals seeking to sell their items independently, I offer informal resale market evaluations. This service provides insight into what your item is likely to sell for in the current market, helping you price it appropriately for platforms like online marketplaces, auctions, or consignment.
Though not intended for legal or insurance use, these evaluations are based on professional market analysis, condition assessment, and comparable sales. Ideal for sellers who want accurate pricing guidance before listing their items.
Estate Planning Appraisals
When it comes to estate planning, Heritage Haven Antiques provides comprehensive appraisals to assist with asset distribution, legacy preservation, and tax compliance. As a USPAP-compliant member of the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), I deliver accurate and well-documented evaluations of antiques, fine art, collectibles, and personal property. Each report includes a detailed inventory and valuation, designed to support fair distribution and reduce potential legal complications. My appraisals help clients and their advisors make informed, transparent decisions in the estate planning process.
The process begins with a consultation to understand the client’s needs, followed by a thorough examination of each item. Historical significance, market trends, and condition are all considered to produce credible, defensible valuations that adhere to the highest industry standards.
Charitable Donation Appraisals
When making non-cash charitable donations, accurate documentation is essential for IRS compliance. Heritage Haven Antiques provides qualified donation appraisals that assign fair market value to donated antiques, artwork, and other personal property. These appraisals meet IRS requirements and help maximize your eligible tax deductions while supporting causes that matter to you.
The process includes reviewing provenance, condition, and market data to ensure each valuation is thoroughly researched and well-supported. I provide the necessary documentation for IRS Form 8283 and ensure all reports meet current charitable donation standards.
Furniture, Fine Art, and Antique Appraisals
As a generalist with extensive experience in antiques and decorative arts, I offer in-depth appraisals of antique furniture, fine art, and one-of-a-kind pieces. Each appraisal is tailored to the client’s intended use—whether for insurance, resale, donation, or estate purposes—and includes historical context, condition analysis, and accurate valuations grounded in market evidence.
These specialized appraisals help clients make confident, informed decisions about their most valued possessions.
Insurance Coverage Appraisals
Accurate insurance appraisals are essential to ensure your valuable possessions are properly protected. At Heritage Haven Antiques, I specialize in insurance appraisals that reflect up-to-date replacement costs based on current market values. I evaluate a wide range of property—including fine art, antiques, and collectibles—to help clients avoid underinsurance and ensure appropriate reimbursement in the event of loss or damage.
Each report includes high-quality photographs, detailed item descriptions, and a replacement value designed for insurance scheduling or claims. These appraisals offer peace of mind and reliable documentation in case the unexpected occurs.
Living Will Support
While living wills focus on medical preferences, they often accompany broader estate planning efforts. Heritage Haven Antiques offers valuations of personal property that complement these legal documents, ensuring assets are clearly accounted for and properly valued for future reference.
These appraisals help individuals, families, and legal advisors ensure that tangible property is included in the planning process, bringing clarity to what is often an emotionally complex undertaking.
Asset Management
Whether you’re managing a large estate, downsizing, or organizing a personal collection, I offer inventory and cataloging services to help track, value, and manage your tangible assets. These services are ideal for long-term planning, recordkeeping, and collection oversight.
Each inventory includes descriptive entries, photographs, and market-based valuations, providing clients with a clear, organized picture of their personal property portfolio.
Divorce & Equitable Distribution Appraisals
In cases of divorce or legal separation, I provide impartial, USPAP-compliant appraisals to support equitable division of personal property. My evaluations are detailed and defensible, assisting legal professionals and individuals in reaching fair settlements.
These appraisals include comprehensive documentation and objective analysis of antiques, art, furnishings, and other household items. I help ensure both parties have confidence in the process and outcomes.
IRS Estate Tax Appraisals
Heritage Haven Antiques delivers estate tax appraisals that meet IRS guidelines, providing support for federal estate filings and valuation of personal property. These appraisals are prepared with precision, including complete inventories, market data, and justifications for value assignments.
Executors and legal representatives rely on these appraisals to fulfill tax obligations while ensuring fair representation of the estate’s value.