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They negotiated with the insurance for us… Absolutely worth the price we paid
We were amazed at their professionalism… all for thousands less than other appraisers
We were completely satisfied with the experience
DEFENSIBLE, USPAP-COMPLIANT TRACTOR APPRAISAL REPORTS — QUALIFIED FOR THE IRS, INSURANCE AGENCIES, LENDERS, AND MORE.
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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.
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.
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.
Client Success Manager
Manages each engagement from the first enquiry to the delivered report, and keeps you posted at every step along the way.
Certified Appraisers Guild of AmericaCertified Appraiser
The Appraisal FoundationAuthorized by Congress as the source of appraisal standardsAppraiseItNow provides certified tractor appraisals for estate tax reporting, divorce proceedings, damage claims, insurance coverage, loan collateral, charitable donations, and equipment liquidation planning, handled as a specialized subset of our automobile and vehicle appraisal services.
Two disciplines in one
Tractors sit at the intersection of agricultural equipment and vehicle valuation, and our appraisers bring knowledge of both categories to every engagement, with additional expertise applied to agricultural and industrial use cases.
How we work
Many tractor appraisals are completed remotely from photographs, serial numbers, hours of use, and specification documentation. We coordinate an onsite inspection when assessing condition requires physical access or the intended use demands a higher level of documentation.
Value definitions
We prepare tractor appraisals under the definition of value the intended use calls for:
We appraise tractors across all major categories, from compact utility models to large-scale row crop and specialty agricultural machines, evaluating each by make, model, year, engine hours, configuration, attachments, and overall mechanical condition.
Farm and row crop
The working tractors of farms from a few acres to large-scale operations:
Specialty applications
Tractors built or fitted for a specific job rather than open-field work:
Vintage and antique
Vintage and antique farm tractors are appraised alongside working machines, with the same attention to make, model, year, configuration, and condition.
We work with individual farmers, agribusiness owners, estate executors, and equipment dealers, and with the agricultural lenders, attorneys, CPAs, and insurance professionals who need a credentialed tractor valuation for a legal, financial, or transactional purpose.
Owners and operators
Farmers, agribusiness operators, estate executors, equipment dealers, and individual owners engage us when they need an independent opinion of value for a tractor, whether for an estate, a divorce, a loan, or a liquidation plan.
Advisors and lenders
Agricultural lenders, estate attorneys, CPAs, and insurance adjusters rely on our tractor appraisals when a client's collateral, estate, claim, or filing needs a number from an independent appraiser.
What tractor appraisal clients say we are known for
Across 22 published tractor 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, how much research is visible in the report, and that they would hire us again.
We were amazed at their professionalism in working with us and the quality of the final appraisal report. And all for thousands less than other appraisers.
Tractor Appraisal for Charitable Donation
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
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 was very happy with the work put in on my totaled car appraisal. They did the appraisal quickly and VERY thoroughly. I felt like my insurance company gave a very low appraisal and Appraise It Now was very competitive, realistic and true to my expectations. The best part was they did a stellar job negotiating with my insurance company. I feel great about their work.
Auto Appraisal for Insurance Claim
These guys were phenomenal. Joe was very responsive and gave clear instructions on how to submit my information for the appraisal, which he completed in a very quick timeframe. The appraisal itself was extremely detailed and included a thorough explanation of how they arrived at the value. It came with extensive documentation, and it’s clear they did a significant amount of research. They were also very responsive through text and email and always available to answer any questions. I had them appraise my fifth-wheel RV for resale, and I highly recommend their services. I will definitely use them again.
Recreational Vehicle Appraisal for Insurance Coverage
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
Submit estimate or list of items for our review.
We'll share a flat fee quote for your approval.
Submit details on all of your items for our review.
We'll conduct detailed research and prepare a written USPAP-compliant report.
Delivery of your report and supporting documents (e.g., signed IRS Form 8283) by email.
Standard Fee Range
$195 – $495
Standard range for our Tractor appraisals based on past projects
Two report tiers. Your intended use sets which one you need.
from $195
USPAP-compliant report for standard purposes
from $295
USPAP-compliant and IRS-qualified report for advanced purposes
Please note that the fees listed below are for informational purposes and are subject to change. Our team will review your materials and issue your quote before we get started.
1 vehicle
$195 – $495
Single-vehicle appraisal
5 vehicles
$795 – $1500
Small fleet or collection pricing
10+ items
$1800 – $4500+
Large fleet—discounted aggregate pricing
Our Tractor appraisal fees are transparent, scope-based, and designed to be fully USPAP-compliant for your intended use. We don't bill by the hour and will propose a fixed fee before we start our work, so you'll know exactly what you are paying before engaging our team. Please note that the pricing outlined here is strictly for informational purposes; before issuing your quote, we will need to get a better understanding of your assets so we can properly scope the assignment.
Given the USPAP-compliant nature of AppraiseItNow’s appraisal reports, we prepare our deliverables for major legal, tax, and financial reporting purposes for individual and commercial clients.
Popular uses of our appraisal reports include:
Iron Solutions' Official Tractor and Farm Equipment Guide (the Hot Book) and similar agricultural guides provide standardized baselines, which appraisers supplement with Machinery Pete auction results searchable by make, model, year, and region, plus current listings on TractorHouse and MachineryTrader. A reliable market value typically rests on a comp set of 10 to 15 sales rather than a single book figure.
Yes, often by tens of percent versus guide averages. Guides categorize tractors by model, year, condition, and hours of operation, but tractors with lower hours and well-documented service command significantly more than book averages, while heavy wear and missing records cut the other way. Regional demand adds a further adjustment, so identical tractors can appraise differently by area.
Book value is historical cost minus accumulated depreciation under schedules like MACRS, and it frequently lands well above or below what auction and dealer data show, especially when market prices shift or the depreciation schedule does not match actual useful life. When the two diverge, an appraisal built on current comparables is what supports tax positions and financial statements.
Almost only for units in rental fleets or under lease, where discounted cash flow or direct capitalization of rental income applies. Valuation guidance is explicit that income methods are complex and rarely used for single machines, so a typical owner-operated farm tractor is valued through market comparables and the cost approach instead.