Personal Property Appraisers in Maine15 Verified Professionals Across 12 Cities
Our directory currently lists 15 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Maine, with the largest concentrations in Thomaston, Portland, Brunswick, Yarmouth, Scarborough. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Maine appraisers in our database, 13% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 20% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 7% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 7% 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.
15
Verified appraisers
13%
USPAP-certified
20%
IRS-qualified
7%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Maine
Edward C Kitson
ISA · USPAP-compliant
New Harbor, ME
Deborah Weyhe Kiley
ABAA
Mt. Desert, ME
Sandra Hoekstra
ABAA
Thomaston, ME
Ian J. Kahn, Suzanne Hamlin
ABAA
Portland, ME
Priscilla Juvelis
ABAA
Kennebunkport, ME
Stephen P. Hanly
ABAA
Scarborough, ME
Richard S. Loomis, Jr.
ABAA
Yarmouth, ME
Frank Wood, Scott F. De Wolfe
ABAA
Alfred, ME
Don Lindgren
ABAA
Biddeford, ME
James E. Arsenault
ABAA
Arrowsic, ME
Thomas Brennan
ABAA
Ellsworth, ME
Edward T. Pollack
ABAA
Portland, ME
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Maine
How many personal property appraisers are in Maine?
Our directory lists 15 active personal property appraisers in Maine, with the largest concentrations in Thomaston, Portland, Brunswick. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Maine USPAP-certified?
Yes — 13% of the Maine 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 Maine?
Yes — 20% of the Maine 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 Maine?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Maine, 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 Maine appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 7% of the Maine 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 Maine?
Yes — 7% of the Maine 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 Maine directory?
Every appraiser in our Maine 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.