Personal Property Appraisers in Kentucky7 Verified Professionals Across 4 Cities
Our directory currently lists 7 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Kentucky, with the largest concentrations in Louisville, Lexington, Union, Harrodsburg. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Kentucky appraisers in our database, 57% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 29% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 14% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 29% offer remote or desktop appraisals using photographs and provenance documentation. Every listing was sourced from at least one recognized national or international professional registry — including the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials.
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Verified appraisers
57%
USPAP-certified
29%
IRS-qualified
14%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Kentucky
John T. Glover
ABAA
Lexington, KY
Charles G. Bartman
ISA · ABAA
Louisville, KY
Peter Ashby Howard
AAA · AAA Accredited
Louisville, KY
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Kentucky
How many personal property appraisers are in Kentucky?
Our directory lists 7 active personal property appraisers in Kentucky, with the largest concentrations in Louisville, Lexington, Union. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Kentucky USPAP-certified?
Yes — 57% of the Kentucky appraisers in our directory hold a current USPAP certification. USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) is required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers for appraisal reports to be defensible.
Can I find IRS-qualified appraisers in Kentucky?
Yes — 29% of the Kentucky appraisers in our directory meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition (IRS Publication 561, IRC §170(f)(11)(E)) for charitable donations over $5,000 requiring Form 8283. Use the IRS-qualified filter to narrow results.
How much does an appraisal cost in Kentucky?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Kentucky, a single-item estate or insurance appraisal typically runs $150–$500. IRS donation appraisals for one item commonly range $300–$600. Complex or rare items may be billed hourly at $100–$300/hour. Always get a written fee agreement before work begins — USPAP standards require the fee be set in advance and not contingent on the appraised value.
Do Kentucky appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 29% of the Kentucky appraisers in our directory offer desktop or remote appraisals using photographs and provenance documents. This is common for insurance scheduling or lower-value estate items. IRS Form 8283 qualified appraisals generally require physical examination, so confirm the intended use with the appraiser before booking.
Are there expert-witness appraisers in Kentucky?
Yes — 14% of the Kentucky appraisers in our directory are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes, authenticity challenges, or estate litigation. Use the "Expert witness" filter.
How do you verify appraisers in your Kentucky directory?
Every appraiser in our Kentucky listing is cross-referenced with a recognized national or international professional registry — currently: ASA, ISA, AAA, ABAA, IAAA, and other specialty bodies. We do not accept self-reported credentials, and every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in search results.