Appraisals
Appraisal Standards & Ethics

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As an Appraiser of the Appraisers Association of America, clients have the assurance of the highest standards of workmanship and ethical conduct. The Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), promulgated by the Appraisal Foundation of Washington, D.C., is revised and published annually and governs appraisal reporting. The Code of Ethics of the Appraisers Association of America and IRS guidelines and regulations are conformed to.

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Katharine Woods, is committed to safeguarding the confidential information of our clients. We hold all of our client's personal information provided to our appraisal service company in the strictest confidence and in accordance with the USPAP and AAA ethics standards of confidentiality. These records include information that we collect from clients in connection with any of the personal property appraisal services provided.

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Katharine Woods, does not purchase or sell items appraised. However, additional services offered include such consultation services as:

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• On-site visits to assist in advice on appraisal and/or disposition

• Collection management and inventory

• Advice on the acquisition or sale of collectibles including works of art, antiques, etc.

• Service to locate collectibles and fine art

• Assistance with charitable donation recommendations

• References for conservation, restoration, framing, transportation and storage

• References to appraisers of antiques, textiles, jewelry, books, etc.

• Assistance in obtaining authentication via experts and scholars who specialize in the work of the artist or period that the work comes from