Trusted Since 1967.
Antiques & Estates Appraisal Services
For 40+ years, Motley's has played a critical role in the financial decisions of our clients. One of these roles is providing objective professional appraisals for Estate Planning and Settlement, Tax and Insurance Management, and Domestic Relations. Whether you're an individual or a trusted adviser for an individual, family, business, or institution we want you to know that a single phone call will put you in contact with an appraisal resource that is known throughout the region for its superior product and customer service.
Competence
Motley's has provided thousands of clients with well-written, well-documented appraisal reports. We pride ourselves on our research skills and accuracy. Our goal is to assign values to your objects that accurately reflect their value in the current marketplace. All appraisals conform to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP)
Cost
We know that time is money. Our very competitive pricing is the result of our experience and unparalleled level of efficiency. Free estimates can be provided for every project.
Customer Service
It's true that Motley's is in the appraisal business, but we also know that we're in the people business. We begin each appraisal by listening to your needs and responding to your questions.
We pride ourselves on our research skills and accuracy. Our research skills are regularly recognized by our clients. For example, Marc Robinson of the RTR Law Group, PLLC, recently stated, “The level of detail in the descriptions of each item by far exceeded my expectations. One could actually visualize each item based on the description alone.”
Other recent examples of our research skills include the identification of a set of four Gothic Revival chairs by the noted Philadelphia cabinet maker Crawford Riddell; the identification of an important late 18th century Valley of Virginia corner cupboard, along with a desk from the same workshop; and the confirmation of a $1,250,000 insurance value for a work of art.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Will Motley's do an appraisal for only one item?
Yes, we can accomodate your needs, whether it's a single item, multiple items, or the entire contents of a house, business, fleet or industrial facility.
Are Motley's appraisal services separate from your auction services?
Yes, our appraisal services are provided independently of our auction services. Our auction divisions become involved only if you request their services.
Does Motley's do appraisals outside of the Richmond Metro area?
Yes, we regularly provide appraisal services throughout the mid-Atlantic region.
Why should I have an insurance appraisal?
The time to appraise your items is before, not after a casualty loss. These appraisals also assist with your estate planning needs.
What other appraisal related services does Motley's provide?
We regularly assist clients with equitable distributions as well as storage and shipping of items. Our clients think of Motley's as one source - one solution.
Why Motley's?
Trust. Motley's is regularly sought out by the professional community and private individuals across the mid-Atlantic to provide thorough and cost-effective appraisal and auction services. Our team of full-time staff and on-call specialists are known for their expertise and understandable reports.
You may also email our Antiques & Estates Appraisal Division at appraisals@motleys.com for further information.
