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We are a fee-based, independent firm, providing court defensible appraisals for IRS settlements and donations, property division and all insurance related matters. Specializing in appreciable residential contents, we help you with all aspects, including expert witness and litigation support.
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We are a full-service firm, providing appraisal services for obtaining insurance, settling damage/loss claims, dividing property equitably, determining estate tax liability or donation tax credit, and supporting litigation or expert witness.

Our clientele includes private individuals/collectors, insurance corporations, asset management services, movie studios, and attorneys.

We travel throughout the U.S. for appraisal assignments, viewing thousands of items every year.


George III cabinet


Federal Pennsylvania cupboard

 

I use consultants when necessary in areas outside my own expertise, including specialist appraisers, academicians, dealers, and experts from reputable auction houses. This team effort and practice of due diligence ensures accuracy and court defensibility.

  • Our on-site examinations are thorough, with photo and note taking.

  • Our identification accuracy is based upon education, resources and experience.

  • Our files contain the back-up documentation necessary for court defense.

  • Our reports are in compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP).


RELATED RESOURCES. . .

Asplin and Associates - Handcrafted Reproduction and Design Furniture

Reproduction and custom woodworking created and influenced by decades of association with art and antiques.

We have reviewed, researched, considered, and handled thousands of pieces of antique furniture, and have developed some definite opinions on why certain pieces of woodwork have lasted for centuries.

"Lasting design and construction are important. Planned obsolescence is a mission statement we leave for other companies."  link to website

Asplin reproduction

Asplin Appraisals  ~  Bonnie L. Asplin
PO Box 309 Del Norte, CO 81132
tel. 719.657.2827  bonnie@asplinappraisals.com