Estate Appraisals
Our carefully researched, qualified Estate Tax Appraisal Reports are USPAP-compliant and meet all State and Federal requirements.* These reports provide fair market value for estate tax, trust inventory, equitable distribution, and estate planning. At JSK Fine Art Appraisals, we ensure that every appraisal is meticulously prepared in accordance with IRS regulations and the ISA Appraisal Report Writing Standard (ARWS).
Our Estate Tax Appraisal Reports include:
- A complete inventory of both appreciable and depreciable property with room-by-room itemization.
- Photography and detailed descriptions of each item or grouping.
- Unbiased and substantiated Fair Market Values as of the date of death, or an alternative valuation date six months after the date of death.
In addition, our professionally rendered reports contain:
- A current market analysis.
- An index of resources used in the research process.
- Comparable sales data when applicable.
- The appraiser’s curriculum vitae.
Our estate appraisals provide the precise documentation needed for legal and tax purposes, ensuring compliance and peace of mind during the often complex estate settlement process.
If you need an estate appraisal for tax filing or planning purposes, contact us today to ensure your artwork is properly valued and documented.
*In compliance with Treasury Regulation §20.2031-1(b), IRS Revenue Procedure 66-49, and IRS Publication 950.