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Divorce appraisal services for equitable distribution and marital asset division, covering personal property, vehicles, business interests, and equipment, prepared in accordance with USPAP. AppraiseItNow appraises jewelry, antique silver, firearms, motorcycles, and tools named in settlement agreements.
…instantly felt relief… I will forever be in your debt!
…the whole process was seamless… I am so glad I hired them
…made the process simple for us to have more than 35 firearms appraised
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, PROBATE COURTS, AND ESTATE ATTORNEYS.
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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.
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
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.
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 standardsDivorce appraisals establish the fair market value of marital assets to support equitable division during separation or divorce proceedings. Courts, attorneys, and mediators require these valuations when one spouse buys out the other, when assets are divided by agreement, or when a judge orders an independent assessment. USPAP-compliant reports are essential for court admissibility and must reflect the legally specified valuation date, typically the date of separation or trial, depending on state law.
AppraiseItNow delivers divorce appraisals online and onsite across the United States, covering personal property, equipment and machinery, artwork, business interests, boats, and automobiles. Our appraisers are experienced in producing reports that meet the heightened scrutiny of legal proceedings. Our mission is to deliver defensible, USPAP-compliant valuations with exceptional speed, professionalism, and client service.
AppraiseItNow covers every major asset class that commonly appears in divorce proceedings, including:
What divorce clients say we are known for
Across 8 published divorce appraisal reviews, every one from a client who paid AppraiseItNow for an appraisal, the three things they raise most often are how quickly we answer, that they would hire us again, and how fast the finished report arrived.
I highly recommend the AppraiseItNow team. They were responsive and timely from start to finish, and the whole process was seamless. The final report was super detailed and gave me all the information I needed. I am so glad I hired them and would recommend them to anyone needing an appraisal!
Technology Equipment Appraisal for Divorce
My mother passed away in August 2023 and unfortunately, in the state of Ohio, motorhomes are not transferable on death and was going to have to go through probate court. After speaking with an attorney, I was informed I needed an appraisal. Due to my hectic work schedule and family schedule, I was looking for someone who could do this online, without needing an appointment. After a quick Google search I came across Joe at AppraiseItNow Inc., and instantly felt relief. A quick inquiry led to a few emails back and forth, a very reasonable cost to have the motorhome appraised and all the information needed to submit to get this taken care of. Joe was patient, worked with me as it was going to take a few weeks before I was able to supply the needed images/documents and payment, and less than a week later of submitting it I received the appraisal. His communication is next to none! He responds very quickly, is kind and extremely helpful. If I need anything in the future, I will not hesitate to reach out again! Thank you again! I will forever be in your debt!
Recreational Vehicle Appraisal for Probate
It is a pleasure to work with Joe and his team. They communicate every step along the way and made the process simple for us to have more than 35 firearms appraised. It was all done in a timely manner and the final report is easy to understand. I highly recommend their services.
Gun Appraisal for Probate
AppraiseItNow was amazing! My father passed with a large volume of artwork & I had no idea what it was worth. Their team was incredibly helpful and quick to respond with text and/or email to any questions as well as a status update along the way. Highly recommend!
Artwork Appraisal for Probate
I recently used AppraiseItNow for a valuation of a 2001 Corvette needed for 2024 Gift Tax purposes. It was straightforward and relatively simple even for someone not too tech savvy like me!
Car Appraisal for Gift Tax
I needed to have a car appraised, AppraiseItNow got it done quickly and was super responsive about my questions. Whole thing was done online, very easy!
Car Appraisal for Probate
AppraiseItNow offers online appraisals and onsite appraisals in all 50 states.
A single jointly selected appraiser is typically more cost-effective, faster, and viewed as more impartial by courts and mediators. Hiring separate appraisers can produce conflicting values, roughly double the cost, and increase the likelihood of adversarial outcomes, though it does give each party independent control over the process.
Options for resolving a valuation dispute include negotiation, mediation with a neutral third party, a second appraisal or appraisal review, arbitration, or litigation. Mediation or commissioning a single second appraisal is generally the most cost-effective path, avoiding the delays and expense of court proceedings.
State law typically fixes the valuation date at separation, filing, or trial, and that date determines the snapshot of value used for division. Market fluctuations between those dates, such as changes in the value of a business, a vehicle, or a collection, can meaningfully affect buyout amounts or settlement terms, so establishing the correct date early is important.
Gather titles, registration documents, tax records, prior appraisals, purchase receipts, inventory lists, and any renovation or improvement records. For business interests, include financial statements and profit/loss records; for artwork or collectibles, photos and condition notes are especially helpful.
Costs are typically split between the parties or allocated by the judge based on financial circumstances. Parties generally have limited input into the court's selection or the methodology used, though the appointed appraiser must follow USPAP and applicable state standards, ensuring neutrality.
Admissibility depends on USPAP compliance, a clearly documented methodology, appraiser credentials, an accurate valuation date, and impartiality. If a report is challenged or found non-compliant, a court may reject it, order a second appraisal, or appoint its own expert, which is why working with a qualified, experienced appraiser from the start matters.