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Are you looking for more information about appraisers and the services they offer? Are you feeling overwhelmed about where to start? Are you not sure if this is even right for you? Well look no further!
The American Society of Appraisers (ASA) is a multi-discipline, non-profit, international organization of professional appraisers representing all appraisal disciplines. Our mission is to foster the public trust of our members and the appraisal profession through compliance with the highest levels of ethical and professional standards. Our members are held to the highest standards and embody professional excellence through education, accreditation, publication, and other services with an emphasis on professional ethics to protect the public.
Learn about the six disciplines our members cover
Personal Property
A personal property appraisal determines the value of movable items like furniture, jewelry, artwork, and collectibles, used for purposes like insurance, estate planning, or tax assessments.
Business Valuation
A business valuation appraisal determines the economic worth of a business, often used for various purposes like determining sale value, establishing partner ownership, or for tax purposes.
Real Property
Real property appraisal is the process of determining the fair market value of a property, often used in transactions like mortgages, estate settlements, or taxation.
Machinery & Technical Specialties
Machinery and technical appraisal involves determining the value of non-real estate, capitalized personal property assets like machinery and equipment, often for business purposes or estate/gift tax purposes.
Gems & Jewelry
A gem and jewelry appraisal is a professional assessment of a piece’s value, considering factors like gemstone quality, metal content, and craftsmanship, often used for insurance, estate planning, or sales.
Appraisal Review & Management
Appraisal Review and Management (ARM) focuses on reviewing and managing appraisal assignments, ensuring accuracy and compliance with standards like USPAP, while management appraisals evaluate the performance of managers within an organization.
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