Appraiser Blog

Explore the latest in appraisals and valuations. From industry trends to practical advice, we’re here to guide you through the complexities of valuing assets.

Infographic-style image showing a low-value car and a payout bar with a large “bite” missing to represent a high deductible reducing insurance payout.

Full Coverage with a High Deductible on Low-Value Cars

Paying for high deductible full coverage on an older car usually fails the math. With high deductible full coverage, the payout can be wiped out

Driver filing paperwork at a police/DMV counter—official record to support diminished value; claim logistics and deadlines verified; documentation aids total loss decisions.

Police Report for Insurance Claim: How It Protects Your Diminished Value

A police report for insurance claim isn’t red tape—it’s leverage. After a crash, your car either takes a diminished value (DV) hit or it becomes

Drone flying over a collision between a sedan and pickup truck, gathering accident evidence for diminished value assessments, claim settlement accuracy, and total loss evaluation.

Drones in Appraisals: The New Tool Transforming Inspections

From rooftops to accident scenes, drones in appraisals are transforming inspections. What once took hours and exposed appraisers to risk now takes minutes with aerial

Person reviewing an insurance settlement offer while another fills out a claim form — illustrating the risk of accepting lowball payouts without checking damages, diminished value, and real market data.

Claim Settlement Offer: How to Spot Lowball Payouts

Accidents create chaos, and insurers rush in fast with a claim settlement offer. Their goal isn’t protecting you — it’s closing your claim quickly and