With the government, courts, judges, banks, attorneys, accountants, insurance representatives and other professionals examining more closely the personal property appraisal report, it is important to know what to expect from a professional personal property appraisal report. A professional report should include:

1.  A complete and accurate description of the property
2.  Analysis of the factors affecting value reflecting the appraiser’s research in accordance with the standards required by government authorities
3.  A definition of value appropriate to the type of appraisal
4.  A value for the property appraised substantiated by the report analysis
5.  The appraiser’s qualification page
6.  The appraiser’s signature
7.  The appraiser’s statement that the appraiser does not have a financial interest in the property
8.  If needed, confirm that the report can be defended in court.