Personal Property Appraiser in Dallas, TX
Why do people get appraisals?
Sometimes life hands you more than lemons – and that’s okay! Getting your personal property appraised is not only a good idea for insurance purposes, but for your own peace of mind as well. Protecting your valuables with the documentation of an appraisal is an investment you will be happy you made, as you never know what circumstances will demand it down the road.
Though insuring your personal property is one of the biggest reasons people choose to get an appraisal, there are many other reasons, such as:
- Bankruptcy
- Divorce
- Moving
- Downsizing
- Estate planning
- Equitable distribution
- Charitable giving
What can you get appraised?
Whatever the reason, it is always recommended that you see a professional appraiser for your service needs. Note: appraisals aren’t just for jewelry. Here are some items that can be appraised, which are sometimes overlooked:
- Jewelry
- Decorative Art
- Orientalia
- Textiles (Rugs & Tapestries)
- Ephemera (Works on Paper)
- Petroliana (Oil and Gas)
- Silver (Flatware, Hollowware, Decorative)
- Crystal Glassware
- Glass
- Porcelain
- Pop Culture
- Wine Cellars
- Designer Handbags
- Antiques
- Americana
- Furs
- Scarves
- Sports Memorabilia
- Furniture
- Firearms & Armor
- Fine Art (All Periods)
- Classic Automobiles
- And more
A professional appraisal is one of the most valuable investments you can make to protect your belongings, whether they are big or small, personal or charitable. At the end of the day, having a professionally determined value of your items provides both technical needs (for all kinds of fun paperwork), as well as peace of mind for you.
