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Iowa appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of farm equipment, antique furniture and silver, coins, artwork, vehicles, boats, and business interests for probate, federal estate tax, charitable donations, divorce, insurance claims, and lending. AppraiseItNow serves Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Davenport, Iowa City, Sioux City, and clients statewide, online or onsite.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, IOWA COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
Insurance in Des Moines, grain processing in Cedar Rapids, tractor manufacturing in Waterloo, and packing plants in Sioux City: Iowa's markets are specialized and each one asks us different questions. Every assignment is completed by our own credentialed appraisers, online from photographs and documentation you upload or onsite anywhere in the state.
A major insurance and financial services concentration, plus state government. Business and partnership interests, office contents, and South of Grand estate collections.
Industrial-scale corn milling beside avionics dating to the 1930s. Wet milling and packaging equipment, avionics test benches, and calibration instruments.
River commerce, aluminum rolling, and farm implement manufacturing. Rolling mill and fabrication equipment, barge and dock machinery, and dealership inventories.
Livestock and meat processing since the stockyard era. Packing plant lines, refrigeration systems, livestock handling equipment, and transport fleets.
Over a century of tractor manufacturing still setting the tone. Assembly and machining equipment, foundry assets, and agricultural machinery.
A major teaching hospital and the Writers' Workshop tradition. Medical and imaging equipment, rare books, manuscripts, and correspondence archives.
The oldest city in the state kept its river industry and printing trade. Printing and bindery equipment, period furniture, and complete household contents.
Seed genetics and agricultural engineering research at scale. Greenhouse and laboratory equipment, research plot machinery, and specialized instruments.
AppraiseItNow appraises the antique furniture, silver, and coin collections that fill Iowa farmhouse estates, the tractors, combines, and grain-handling equipment a family sells or pledges, the vehicles and boats behind an insurance claim, and the business interests that pass by gift or through an estate. Iowa's inheritance tax ended for deaths on or after January 1, 2025, so the report and inventory, due within 90 days of the personal representative's qualification, now lists estimated values for the probate court and the federal return rather than for the Department of Revenue. An estate with a death before that date still values property as of the date of death for the Iowa inheritance tax return.
Most reports are completed online from photographs and documents you upload; onsite inspection is available statewide for equipment lines at a farm sale, full-house estates, and collections where condition and hallmarks drive value. Fees are fixed and quoted before work begins, and when an inventory deadline, a Form 8283 filing, or a hearing is set, we confirm up front whether we can meet it. We do not appraise real estate; for a farm, a home, or a commercial building we refer you to a state-licensed real estate appraiser.
Antique furniture, silver, coins, and farmhouse contents for probate, Form 706, and donations
Pontoons and fishing boats on the Iowa Great Lakes and Mississippi for insurance, sale, and estates
Tractors, combines, and grain-handling equipment for farm sales, lending, and estates
Closely held companies, farm operating entities, and professional practices for sale, gift tax, and divorce
Regionalist paintings, prints, and antique artwork for estates, donations, and insurance
Cars, pickups, and RVs for insurance claims, divorce, and estates
Inventory for lending and financial reporting
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, for deaths before January 1, 2025. Iowa Code § 450.98 repeals the tax only for decedents dying on or after that date, and the probate inventory statute still requires a listing, with estimated values, of items subject to inheritance tax for earlier deaths. Those estates value property as of the date of death and file the Iowa return as before.
Yes. Iowa Code § 633.361 sets 90 days after the personal representative qualifies but allows a longer time when the court grants it. The filing must still be verified or affirmed under penalty of perjury and list all personal property, exempt and non-exempt, with estimated values.
Not for estate, donation, or divorce work. Iowa licenses appraisers of real property, and the newer chapter 522F license applies to the appraisers and umpires named under an insurance policy's appraisal clause. Appraisals of equipment, antiques, vehicles, or collections for other purposes follow USPAP, which is how our appraisers prepare every report.
