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West Virginia appraisers providing USPAP-compliant valuations of antiques, coins, art, household contents, vehicles, equipment, and business interests for the estate appraisement, divorce, insurance and damage claims, and charitable donations. AppraiseItNow serves Charleston, Huntington, Morgantown, Parkersburg, Wheeling, and clients statewide, online or onsite.
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, WEST VIRGINIA COURTS, LENDERS, INSURERS, AND MORE.
Chemical manufacturing in the Kanawha valley, coal in the south, gas in the north, and a glass and pottery tradition along the Ohio. Every assignment is completed by our own credentialed appraisers, online from photographs and documentation you upload or onsite anywhere in the state.
Chemical plants along the valley, with state government and coal offices between. Process and reactor equipment, mining machinery, and closely held company interests.
One of the largest inland ports in the country by tonnage. Barge and terminal equipment, rail service machinery, and industrial plant contents.
A university in the middle of the Marcellus gas fields. Laboratory and analytical instruments, research equipment, and gas production assets.
Cut glass, pottery, and iron, with the Victorian housing stock intact. Cut and pressed glass, art pottery, period furniture, and shop machinery.
Early oil and gas gave way to polymer and specialty chemicals. Plant and process equipment, laboratory instruments, and glass from the region's factories.
Distribution centers and apple orchards at the eastern end. Warehouse and conveying systems, orchard machinery, and cold storage assets.
Deep mining has worked these seams for over a century. Continuous miners, conveyors and haulage systems, and mining artifacts and lamps.
Gas production and processing, in a region that made marbles and glass. Compressor and processing equipment, drilling assets, and glass and marble collections.
AppraiseItNow appraises household contents, antique furniture, coin collections, and antique artwork for the appraisement West Virginia personal representatives must return on the Tax Commissioner's form within 90 days of qualifying, with each asset at fair market value on the date of death. West Virginia's estate tax was tied to the old federal credit for state death taxes and lapsed with it, so the same values serve Form 706 and the heirs' basis with no state return. We also value mining, timber, and gas-field equipment for lending and the July 1 personal property assessment, vehicles and boats after a flood or collision for insurance claims, and closely held companies for divorce, where the court starts from an equal division of marital property.
Most reports are completed online from photographs and documents you upload; onsite inspection is available from the Northern Panhandle to the southern coalfields for full-house estates, equipment yards, and collections where condition drives value. Fees are fixed and quoted before work begins, and if the 90-day appraisement clock is already running, we confirm up front whether we can meet it. We do not appraise real estate; for a home, farm, or commercial building we refer you to a state-licensed real estate appraiser.
Mining, timber, and gas-field equipment for lending, sale, and personal property returns
Fishing boats and pontoons on Summersville Lake and the Ohio River for insurance and estates
Family companies, contractors, and professional practices for divorce, succession, and sale
Cars, trucks, and ATVs for total loss, flood damage claims, and estates
Antique paintings, prints, and Appalachian folk art for estates, donations, and insurance
Antique furniture, coins, glassware, and estate contents for the appraisement, divorce, and insurance
Retail and wholesale stock 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 standardsEverything the decedent owned or held an interest in: all probate and nonprobate real estate, including jointly held property and life estates, and all probate personal property, tangible and intangible, from furniture and vehicles to stocks, bank accounts, and notes, each at its fair market value on the date of death. W. Va. Code 44-1-14 puts the form in the Tax Commissioner's hands and the 90-day deadline on the personal representative.
No. It is an equal-division state: W. Va. Code 48-7-101 directs the court to divide marital property equally, and the exceptions that allow an unequal split are set out in the same article. Because the starting point is 50/50 by value, the appraised worth of the business, the equipment, and the collections decides what each spouse actually walks away with.
