General Info:
Appraisal Services Whether you are insuring precious family heirlooms, settling an estate, considering a public sale of your assets or donating your property to a charity, R. Hurst Appraisals can assist you with a formal, qualified appraisal. A qualified appraisal can reduce your financial risk by providing an informed and unbiased opinion of your valuable personal property. Insurance We specialize in providing appraisals for purposes of insurance replacement often required in claims involving loss, moving damage, theft, damage or destruction from fire, smoke or flood. Estate Settlement and Probate We are experienced in providing legal appraisals for purposes of estate settlement and state probate that can assist you or your personal representative in their obligations to a court or tax authority. Charitable Donations, Gift Tax and Casualty Loss If you’re considering making a tax-deductible, non-cash, charitable contribution or need to file a casualty loss claim, we can assist you with a federal tax appraisal. We follow the Internal Revenue Service’s strict requirements regarding the submission of formal appraisals from a qualified appraiser. Divorce Distribution of marital assets requires a careful description and valuation of furniture, accessories, jewelry, antiques and other household items. We can help by providing a careful inventory and accurate appraisal of your commonly held personal property. Damage Claims If you need an appraisal to establish the value of a personal property item that is the subject of an insurance damage claim, we can help. Consultation & Brokerage Our firm maintains an extensive database of auction galleries, private collectors and Internet selling services. If you do not require an appraisal, we can suggest a source that specializes in a particular collecting area or assist you with the transaction. Call us for a consultation on brokerage services