Stories
Viva Las Vegas Part 2: Proving Provenance on Paper
Sharpen your connoisseurship skills by learning more about the subjects of Ephemera and Provenance at the upcoming ASA Conference.
Appraiser Story: When Your Storage Unit Contents Disappear Into A Dumpster
Sometimes being an appraiser is a bit like being a detective. This week, Lynn recounts her experience in front of a judge and jury before testifying about her appraisal for items she had never seen. What did she do?
A Lower Estate Sale Commission DOES NOT Mean More Money
Does a Lower Estate Sale Commission Mean More Money for You? NO! Estate liquidation is a booming industry. Are you going to let a stranger without credentials come into your home or a family member’s home to take charge of the contents?
Why My Appraisal Evaluation Is Unbiased, Thoughtful and Credible
Often after I complete a written appraisal, my clients ask:“How did you come up with the value of my antique….. ? I bought it twenty-five years ago for much more than the value you’ve placed on it.”