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Idaho appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of farm and construction equipment, firearms, fine art, household contents, vehicles, boats, and business interests for property tax declarations, probate, divorce, damage claims, gift tax, and lending. AppraiseItNow serves Boise, Meridian, Coeur d'Alene, Idaho Falls, Twin Falls, and clients statewide, online or onsite.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, IDAHO COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
Memory chips in Boise, national laboratory work on the upper Snake, dairy in the Magic Valley, and timber in the panhandle: Idaho's asset base is more technical than its reputation suggests. Every assignment is completed by our own credentialed appraisers, online from photographs and documentation you upload or onsite anywhere in the state.
Decades of semiconductor memory manufacturing, plus state government and software. Wafer handling and test equipment, engineering shop machinery, and private technology interests.
Idaho National Laboratory with potato ground in every direction. Laboratory and test instruments, potato storage and handling systems, and heavy farm equipment.
A lake resort at the edge of timber and Silver Valley mining country. Powerboats and lake-house contents, logging and milling equipment, and silver and mineral holdings.
Irrigated dairy made the Magic Valley a top milk-producing region. Milking parlors, processing and packaging lines, and center pivot systems.
A railroad town that kept its shops, with a university and phosphate processing. Rail maintenance equipment, chemical plant machinery, and laboratory instruments.
An inland Pacific port with ammunition plants supplying shooters across the country. Firearms and reloading equipment, mill machinery, and river terminal assets.
Sun Valley drew second-home owners here from the 1930s on. Fine art, early ski and sporting collections, jewelry, and whole-house inventories.
AppraiseItNow appraises the equipment Idaho businesses declare to the county assessor by March 15 once their taxable personal property passes the $250,000 exemption, the firearm collections, antique artwork, and household contents that pass through an estate or a divorce, and the vehicles, boats, and business interests that need a value for a sale, a loan, or a damage claim. Idaho is a community property state whose courts start from a substantially equal division in value, so the number attached to a tractor, a gun safe, or a family company decides what each spouse actually receives. There is no Idaho estate or inheritance tax; a date-of-death appraisal serves the probate record, the federal return where required, and the heirs' basis.
Most reports are completed online from photographs and documents you upload; onsite inspection is available statewide for irrigated-farm equipment lines in the Magic Valley, full-house estates, and collections where condition drives value. Fees are fixed and quoted before work begins, and when a March 15 declaration, a hearing date, or a claim deadline is set, we confirm up front whether we can meet it. We do not appraise real estate; for a home, ranch, or commercial building we refer you to a state-licensed real estate appraiser.
Firearms, household contents, and collections for probate, divorce, and damage claims
Wake boats and cruisers on Lake Coeur d'Alene and Pend Oreille for insurance, sale, and divorce
Farm, dairy, and construction equipment from the Treasure Valley to the Palouse for declarations and lending
Closely held companies and farm operating entities for divorce, sale, and financial planning
Western and antique artwork for estates, donations, and insurance coverage
Trucks, cars, and RVs for damage claims, divorce, and estates
Inventory for lending and financial reporting
Real Idaho 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:
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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 standardsYes. Idaho Code § 15-3-707 lets the personal representative employ a qualified and disinterested appraiser to establish the fair market value, as of the date of death, of any asset whose value may be subject to reasonable doubt, and different appraisers may be used for different kinds of assets.
Generally not every year. Under § 63-602KK a taxpayer who received the exemption the prior year, whose exemption exceeds the value of its taxable personal property, and who has not made purchases that would push it over the maximum, does not need to reapply. Crossing $250,000 in a county brings the annual March 15 declaration back.
No. Idaho credentials appraisers of real property only. There is no state license, exam, or education requirement for appraising equipment, firearms, art, or vehicles, so the standard that applies is USPAP, which our appraisers follow on every report.
