Category: Appraisals

How Do You Know if an Antique is Valuable?

Antiques.  The mere sound of the word gets people thinking of money, possibly big money.  You might own an antique item that could be worth a lot, or so you think.  That’s the problem; a lot of people may dig up an old item out of their closet and immediately think it’s valuable, but it… Read more »

Hot Collectibles for 2014

The market for collectibles is like any other: it changes from year to year. So what’s hot in 2013 could be old news this year. Collecting can not only be a good investment, but it is an art form all its own, and a lot of fun. If you are a collector, or interested in… Read more »

Why You Should Get an Appraisal Before Selling Your Home

Is an appraisal worth the time and money if you’re selling your home? Yes, it is. A professional, licensed appraiser will alert you to key things you can do to increase the value of your home before putting up a for sale sign.  For example, making a few affordable repairs can help increase your asking… Read more »