Appraisal Guides
Learn how to hire the right appraiser
Plain-English guides to IRS qualified appraisal rules, USPAP compliance, appraisal costs, and how to match a personal property appraiser to your property type and use case.
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What Is a Qualified Appraiser?
A plain-English guide to the IRS qualified appraiser standard, when it matters, and how to verify credentials before hiring.
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IRS Form 8283 and Qualified Appraisals: A Practical Guide
When Form 8283 Section B needs a qualified appraisal, what the appraiser signs, and how donors can avoid common noncash donation mistakes.
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How Much Does an Appraisal Cost?
What affects personal property appraisal fees, why percentage-of-value fees are a red flag, and how to scope an appraisal before hiring.
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USPAP Compliance: What It Means for an Appraisal
A practical explanation of USPAP, why it matters, and what consumers should expect from a USPAP-compliant personal property appraisal.
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How to Find a Qualified Appraiser
A step-by-step guide to choosing the right appraiser by property type, use case, credentials, USPAP status, and report requirements.