Stories
Appraisal Story: The Painting Behind the Piano
I’ve learned an important fact in my years as an appraiser: Expect the Unexpected!A few years ago, I found myself in the home of a new client...
It's Old! How Age Affects Your Valuables
In almost every phone call that comes into my office, there is someone on the other line interested in the price of something “old.” This is what you need to know about age & personal property.
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.”