Personal Property Appraisers in Tennessee18 Verified Professionals Across 11 Cities
Our directory currently lists 18 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Tennessee, with the largest concentrations in Nashville, Memphis, Franklin, Prospect, Paris. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Tennessee appraisers in our database, 44% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 44% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 33% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 22% offer remote or desktop appraisals using photographs and provenance documentation. Every listing was sourced from at least one recognized national or international professional registry — including the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials.
18
Verified appraisers
44%
USPAP-certified
44%
IRS-qualified
33%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Tennessee
Greer Simonton
ISA · ISA AM (Accredited Member of The International Society of Appraisers) · USPAP-compliant
Memphis, TN
Elaina G Grinwald
ISA CAPP · USPAP-compliant
Mt. Juliet, TN
Kirsten Smolensky
ISA CAPP · ISA Certified Appraiser · USPAP-compliant
Nashville, TN
Elizabeth Ruffner
ISA
Chattanooga, TN
Sarah C. Drury
ISA
Nashville, TN
Dana D. Holland-Beickert
ISA · ISA AM · USPAP-compliant
Memphis, TN
Sara E Stessel
ISA · USPAP-compliant · Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice
Nashville, TN
Leonard F. Finch
AAA · AAA Accredited
Memphis, TN
Dennis R. Melhouse
ABAA
Paris, TN
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Tennessee
How many personal property appraisers are in Tennessee?
Our directory lists 18 active personal property appraisers in Tennessee, with the largest concentrations in Nashville, Memphis, Franklin. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Tennessee USPAP-certified?
Yes — 44% of the Tennessee appraisers in our directory hold a current USPAP certification. USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) is required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers for appraisal reports to be defensible.
Can I find IRS-qualified appraisers in Tennessee?
Yes — 44% of the Tennessee appraisers in our directory meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition (IRS Publication 561, IRC §170(f)(11)(E)) for charitable donations over $5,000 requiring Form 8283. Use the IRS-qualified filter to narrow results.
How much does an appraisal cost in Tennessee?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Tennessee, a single-item estate or insurance appraisal typically runs $150–$500. IRS donation appraisals for one item commonly range $300–$600. Complex or rare items may be billed hourly at $100–$300/hour. Always get a written fee agreement before work begins — USPAP standards require the fee be set in advance and not contingent on the appraised value.
Do Tennessee appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 22% of the Tennessee appraisers in our directory offer desktop or remote appraisals using photographs and provenance documents. This is common for insurance scheduling or lower-value estate items. IRS Form 8283 qualified appraisals generally require physical examination, so confirm the intended use with the appraiser before booking.
Are there expert-witness appraisers in Tennessee?
Yes — 33% of the Tennessee appraisers in our directory are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes, authenticity challenges, or estate litigation. Use the "Expert witness" filter.
How do you verify appraisers in your Tennessee directory?
Every appraiser in our Tennessee listing is cross-referenced with a recognized national or international professional registry — currently: ASA, ISA, AAA, ABAA, IAAA, and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials, and every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in search results.