FURNITURE APPRAISAL JOURNAL
Furniture appraisal guides, written for the record.
Practical guidance on valuing antique, designer, and modern furniture for insurance, estate, donation, and resale, from USPAP-compliant appraisers.
USPAP-Compliant Furniture Valuation Resources
Furniture Appraisal Experts publishes practical guidance on furniture valuation, from identifying wood species to understanding IRS donation rules. Learn who's behind these guides, check quick answers to common valuation questions, or begin an online furniture appraisal.
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When a Furniture Appraisal for Estate Taxes and Probate Is Legally Required
A furniture appraisal for estate tax and probate filings is legally required once household items cross specific IRS and court thresholds, not just whenever an executor feels uncertain. This guide explains when a casual value check is fine and when only a qualified, documented appraisal will hold up to scrutiny.
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How to Donate Antique Furniture and Claim a Tax Deduction Appraisal
Donating antique furniture to a qualified charity can earn a real deduction, but claims over $5,000 require a qualified appraisal and IRS Form 8283. Here's how fair market value is calculated, what records to keep, and when the appraisal has to reach the IRS.
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How Furniture Condition Affects Appraisal Value (and What You Can Restore)
Furniture condition affects appraisal value when damage is structural or functional, not when it's a scuff a buyer would overlook. This guide breaks down which flaws lower a valuation, which ones restore cleanly, and how to protect value before you touch a repair.
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How to Identify Wood Type in Antique Furniture: a Practical Guide
Identifying the wood species in antique furniture starts with the end grain, not the finish. This guide walks through the physical tests, from hardness to grain pattern, that let you tell oak from walnut and pine from mahogany before you call in a professional.
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How Furniture Appraisal Works: Process, Cost, and What to Expect
A furniture appraisal is a formal written valuation prepared by a credentialed appraiser for insurance coverage, estate administration, charitable donation, or sale. This guide walks through every step of the process, what drives value, what it costs, and when you actually need one.
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