If you sent us a request between 28 July and 5 August, it did not reach us. A fault on our form stopped some messages from coming through. Please call (301) 820-7664 or fill the form again. We're sorry for the inconvenience.
Connecticut appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of estate contents, fine art, jewelry, precision machinery, vehicles, boats, and businesses for the Connecticut estate and gift tax, probate inventories, charitable donations, divorce, insurance claims, and personal property declarations. AppraiseItNow serves Hartford, Stamford, New Haven, Greenwich, the shoreline, and clients statewide, online or onsite.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, CONNECTICUT COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
Connecticut packs advanced manufacturing, aerospace, defense, finance, and bioscience into a two-hour drive, and each one produces different valuation work. Every assignment is completed by our own credentialed appraisers, online from photographs and documentation you upload or onsite anywhere in the state.
Insurance and aerospace town. Closely held business interests, precision machining centers, and firearms collections.
Yale's research and biotech cluster. Laboratory and imaging equipment, rare books and prints, and estate contents in East Rock and Westville.
Corporate headquarters and the Greenwich estate belt. Art collections, jewelry, and fractional interests in private partnerships.
A port and machine-tool city. Milling machines, metalworking equipment, and industrial plant contents.
Brass and clockmaking country. Antique clocks, brass and metalware, and tool and die equipment.
Submarine yards, the Coast Guard Academy, and a working waterfront. Marine equipment, vessels, and maritime instruments.
AppraiseItNow appraises the art, antiques, jewelry, and contents of Connecticut estates for the Probate Court inventory and the state estate tax return, precision machining and aerospace tooling from the Naugatuck Valley to East Hartford for lenders, buyers, and declarations, boats on Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River for insurance and sale, and closely held businesses for divorce, gift planning, and buyouts. Connecticut taxes lifetime gifts as well as estates: for 2026 the exemption for each is $15 million, with a flat 12 percent above it, so a gifted painting, collection, or block of company stock is appraised here as carefully as an estate. The fiduciary files the probate inventory within two months of qualifying, with every item at fair market value.
Most reports are prepared online from the photographs and records you upload; onsite inspection is available statewide for a Fairfield County house, a Waterbury machine shop, or a Mystic boatyard. Fees are fixed and quoted before work begins, and if you are up against the inventory deadline, the November 1 declaration, or a trial, we confirm up front whether we can meet it. We do not appraise real estate; for a home or commercial building, contact a state-licensed real estate appraiser.
Sailboats and powerboats on Long Island Sound and the Connecticut River for insurance and sale
Precision machining, aerospace tooling, and lab equipment for lending, sales, and declarations
Family companies, professional practices, and financial firms for divorce, gift tax, and buyouts
Cars, trucks, and collector vehicles for total loss, insurance claims, and estates
Estate contents, antiques, jewelry, and silver for probate, estate tax, and divorce
American Impressionist paintings, prints, and sculpture for Form 8283 donations, estate tax, and insurance
Inventory for lending and financial reporting
Real Connecticut assignments, with the intended use and how each value conclusion was supported.
What clients say we are known for
Across 80+ published AppraiseItNow reviews the picture is consistent: every one is from a client who paid us for an appraisal, and the three things they raise most often are that they would hire us again, how quickly we answer, and how much research is visible in the report.
My daughter had purchased a very collectible 2003 Mustang Cobra terminator just 3 months before her accident with 50,000 miles on it, for 30,000 dollars. We were experiencing some very heavy rains and she hydroplaned and smashed into a guard rail and totaled her car. The insurance company offered her $18,000, but we told them that was an insult to this car. We kept going round and round with them but they were not budging. Finally we googled an independent appraiser and found AppraiseItNow! Their appraised value was 26,462. They negotiated with the insurance for us and we ended up with 25,900. They were awesome and helped us get much closer to the appropriate value of the Cobra. Absolutely worth the price we paid. Highly recommended!
Car Appraisal for Insurance Claim
AppraiseItNow Inc. is the best company I was lucky to find by accident. I was looking for someone to appraise cabinets for a donation to charity. I asked for multiple referrals, called multiple appraisal services, etc., and no one could help me. I found AppraiseItNow and from the moment I started working with them, they were wonderful! Joe guided me on what I needed to send him, what needed to be done and stayed in touch with me the entire time. Their customer service is OUTSTANDING and a welcome surprise in today’s world where good customer service is an anomaly! They returned an appraisal in a timely manner, it was clear, concise, cost-effective and exactly what I needed. They followed up with me multiple times to ensure that I received it and everything was OK. My CPA is also thrilled to have them as an accredited appraisal service he can use for other clients. I rarely leave reviews, but I could not pass giving them 5 stars and I’d give 10 if possible! THANK YOU JOE AND ALL AT APPRAISEITNOW!!👊🏼
Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation
I've dealt with several appraisers, and this was my first time using AppraiseItNow. They were by far the best. They did a great job. Their process was honest, efficient, and very detailed. Their staff was highly credentialed, and they provided IRS-compliant guidelines in their evaluation process, which was exactly what we were looking for. Their customer service also had prompt response times and was a pleasure to work with. If I need this service again, I won't go anywhere else.
Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation
My wife and I purchased a property that included a double-wide mobile home, which we decided to donate to a local charitable organization that provides housing for low-income families. This type of donation required a formal appraisal to qualify for an IRS tax deduction, so we reached out to Appraise It Now. From the start, they were able to clearly answer all of our questions about both the appraisal process and the tax deduction requirements. We provided photos and additional details, and within 10 days we received a thorough, well-prepared report that included all the necessary IRS forms. I’m giving Appraise It Now a five-star review because communication was excellent throughout the entire process. Everyone I spoke with was helpful, friendly, and professional, and emails were always answered quickly. We were completely satisfied with the experience. Thank you!
Mobile Home Appraisal for Charitable Donation
I recommend AppraiseItNow Inc. highly. I needed an appraisal of fair market value for geologic laboratory equipment for charitable donations to three universities. The unique items and limited secondary market complicated the valuation. They provided a sound, verifiable estimate and the 8283 forms that I was able to use in my tax filings. I would use them again.
Lab Equipment Appraisal for Charitable Donation
We had an excellent experience working with AppraiseItNow. From start to finish, their team was professional, responsive, and incredibly thorough. They took the time to understand our specific needs and delivered a detailed and accurate appraisal that was well organized and easy to understand. Communication was clear and timely throughout the entire process. They were always available to answer our questions and provided thoughtful explanations whenever we needed more clarity. Their attention to detail and strong market knowledge gave us complete confidence in the final report. It’s clear that they take pride in their work and genuinely care about providing high-quality service. We would absolutely recommend AppraiseItNow to any business or property owner looking for a reliable and professional appraisal company. Five stars all the way.
Personal Property Appraisal for Charitable Donation
AppraiseItNow's USPAP-compliant valuation reports are suitable for the most complex appraisal needs including IRS Charitable Contributions & Estate Tax Filings, insurance coverage and claims, divorce settlements, litigation, and other financial purposes. Our team of expert appraisers services both businesses and consumers alike.
Popular uses of our appraisal reports include:
.jpeg)
Owner & CEO
Joe founded AppraiseItNow to make a certified, USPAP-compliant appraisal as simple to order as anything else online. A former Bain & Company strategy consultant, Joe leads the entire team and specializes in strategy, growth, and the firm's tech capabilities.
Personal Property Appraiser
ISA Accredited Member with 30 years in the trade, from running estate sales and an auction gallery to appraising luxury apparel, furniture, artwork, antiques, and business assets, primarily for IRS tax filings.
Machinery & Equipment Appraiser
Third-generation auctioneer and CAGA Certified Appraiser with more than 20 years valuing machinery, equipment, vehicles, business assets, and estates for banks, attorneys, and trustees across the Carolinas.
Personal Property Appraiser
ISA Accredited Member specializing in Asian art, with a Master's from SOAS and a Postgraduate Diploma in Asian Art. Ashley chairs the ISA's Antiques, Furnishings, and Decorative Arts committee and appraises for charitable donation, insurance, and equitable distribution.
Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser
ASA, ABV, and CFA charterholder. Since 2016 Justin has valued businesses for estate and gift tax, purchase price allocations, fairness opinions, lending, and buy-sell agreements, across manufacturing, services, retail, and pre-revenue biotech.
Vehicle Appraiser
CAGA Certified Appraiser since 2014, covering vehicles, boats, equipment, fine art, and collectibles. A classic-car restoration background informs her vehicle work, with reports prepared for insurance, divorce, and charitable contributions.
Business Valuation Expert & Appraiser
Accredited Senior Appraiser with the American Society of Appraisers. Raymond values capital stock, business enterprises, stock options, and intangible assets.
Client Success Manager
Manages each engagement from the first enquiry to the delivered report, and keeps you posted at every step along the way.
International Society of AppraisersAccredited Member
Certified Appraisers Guild of AmericaCertified Appraiser
American Society of AppraisersAccredited Senior Appraiser
The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standardsFiling after November 1 (or after an extension the assessor grants under section 12-42) or leaving property off a timely declaration. Under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 12-41 the penalty equals 25 percent of the assessment of the late or omitted property, and property found in an audit is added to the declaration with the same penalty. The declaration covers tangible personal property owned on the October 1 assessment date, excluding registered motor vehicles.
At a uniform 70 percent of present true and actual value, as of a uniform October 1 assessment date, under Conn. Gen. Stat. § 12-62a. Because the assessor works from depreciation schedules applied to reported cost, the assessed figure can drift from what machinery, tooling, or fixtures would actually sell for, and an independent fair market value appraisal gives the owner something to bring to the assessor or the Board of Assessment Appeals.
Yes, up to four months. Section 45a-341 requires the inventory within two months of the fiduciary's qualification, but the Probate Court may, for cause shown, extend the filing to not more than four months from qualification. Every item must still be appraised at fair market value, so ordering the appraisals early is what keeps the estate inside either window.
