Know the Value. Trust the Process. Anchor Appraisals.
For estate settlements, business liquidations, divorce, or insurance needs, Anchor Auction provides professional, USPAP-compliant appraisals for personal property that deliver clarity, accuracy, and confidence.
Why an Appraisal Matters
Understanding value informs better decisions: estate settlement, equitable distribution, tax and legal documentation, insurance updates, or simply knowing what you own. Our appraisals are built on integrity, organization, and careful documentation so your results stand up to scrutiny.
Value isn’t just a number: it’s context, confidence, and peace of mind.
What We Appraise
We appraise a wide range of personal property, including:
- Estate Contents: household goods, antiques, collectibles
- Fine Art & Jewelry: paintings, prints, precious metals, stones
- Furniture & Decor: vintage, mid-century, and modern
- Farm Equipment & Tools: tractors, implements, shop gear
- Vehicles: cars, trucks, boats, RVs, motorcycles, powersports and trailers
- Business Assets & Inventory: fixtures, machinery, stock
- Specialty Items: firearms, coins, musical instruments, and more
Types of Appraisals Offered (Value Basis)
We select the value definition that fits your purpose and market reality.
| Value Basis: | Best For: | Plain Language Definition |
|---|---|---|
| Fair Market Value (FMV) | Estates, divorce/equitable distribution, charitable donation, general valuation. | The most probable price in an open and competitive market between willing buyer and seller, with neither under compulsion and both informed. |
| Orderly Liquidation Value (OLV) | Planned liquidation (e.g., auction or timed sale), business wind-down | The expected gross amount for assets sold over a reasonable period, with normal marketing and a willing-but-not-forced seller, typical of an orderly auction process. |
| Scrap Value | Non-functional/damaged items, irreparable goods, salvage scenarios | The value of materials for recovery only (metal, parts), when market resale as a whole item isn’t realistic. |
Our Appraisal Process:
Consult & Define Scope
We identify your purpose (estate, divorce, insurance, donation, business) and select the appropriate value basis and effective date.
Inspect & Document
We do a visual examination, take measurements and photos, and note condition, maker marks, and serial numbers.
Research & Valuate
Comparable sales, recognized references, and market data inform a defensible opinion of value aligned to your purpose.
Report & Review
You receive a printed USPAP-compliant valuation report with methodology, assumptions, and itemized results, along with a PDF copy, and a signed certification.
Clarify as Needed
We’re available to answer questions about the report and its contents.
What You’ll Receive
- A USPAP-compliant valuation report
- Physical, signed copy for your records
- Digital PDF delivered securely
- Itemized descriptions and photographs (as appropriate)
- Stated scope of work, methodology, assumptions/limiting conditions, and effective date of value
- Signed certification
Why Choose Anchor Appraisals?
- USPAP-compliant reports recognized by attorneys, insurers, and institutions
- Family-operated business with approachable expertise with integrity
- Licensed auctioneers with broad market awareness across categories
- Clear communication, reliable timelines, and organized documentation