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Antiques & Furniture Appraisers
Furniture and Antiques Appraisal
A furniture and antiques appraiser is a person that evaluates and gives an opinion on the value of a commodity. He or she has credentials and a member of the American Society of Appraisers.
Antiques are commodities that are difficult to place a price because of the lack of definite market value. Appraisers can provide a value based on their expert knowledge about furniture and antiques. It is based upon their experience and the procedures of appraisals outlined by the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice.
How to choose the right appraiser for your furniture?
It is important to note that appraisers are not regulated by any government body. Appraisers are private individuals with business licenses and permit to provide their services to people. Here are some of the tips you need to put in mind when choosing the right furniture and antiques appraiser.
- Choose an appraiser with experience. It is through experience in providing appraisals that you’ll get accurate evaluations of your furniture and antiques.
- Choose an appraiser with recommendations from satisfied clients. Preferably, there are positive feedbacks given by clients on an appraiser’s webpage.
- Choose an appraiser with credible credentials, permits and licenses that are issued by your state’s Appraisal board. You can ask an appraiser to provide you these credentials for your perusal.