What firms can expect from a certified appraiser
Verifiable credential
Confirm any appraiser's certification number in the public registry before you retain them.
Documented methodology
Reports identify data sources, comparable vehicles, and calculations so the conclusion can be reproduced.
Workfile retention
Training emphasizes workfile documentation that supports the conclusions in the report.
Testimony to their own work
Many certified appraisers will testify to their own report and methodology when a matter reaches a hearing.
ASCAA and its members are appraisers, not attorneys, and do not provide legal advice or legal services. Appraisers are retained for valuation work only. Engagement terms, fees, and availability are set by the individual appraiser.
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