Personal Property Appraisers in Michigan32 Verified Professionals Across 18 Cities
Our directory currently lists 32 verified personal property appraisers practicing in Michigan, with the largest concentrations in Southfield, Byron Center, Detroit, Troy, Howell. These professionals provide USPAP-compliant appraisal reports for estates, IRS charitable donation (Form 8283), insurance coverage scheduling, and divorce proceedings. Of the Michigan appraisers in our database, 47% hold a current USPAP certification — the federally recognized standard required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. 19% meet the IRS "qualified appraiser" definition under IRC §170(f)(11)(E), making them eligible to sign Form 8283 for donations over $5,000. 16% are available for expert-witness testimony in valuation disputes. 19% 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.
32
Verified appraisers
47%
USPAP-certified
19%
IRS-qualified
16%
Expert witness
Top appraisers in Michigan
Lori L. Stefek
ISA · ISA CAPP (Certified Appraiser of Personal Property) · USPAP-compliant
Roseville, MI
Manya S Basile
ISA · USPAP-compliant · Accredited Appraiser
Beverly Hills, MI
Isabelle M Weiss
ISA · ISA AM · USPAP-compliant
Detroit, MI
Wendy L Dych
ISA · USPAP-compliant · International Society of Appraisers (ISA)
Troy, MI
Jett W. Whitehead
ABAA
Bay City, MI
David Aronovitz
ABAA
Rochester, MI
Jay Platt
ABAA
Ann Arbor, MI
Joe van de Weghe
ABAA
Holland, MI
Garrett Scott
ABAA
Ann Arbor, MI
Browse by city in Michigan
Southfield
4 appraisers
Byron Center
4 appraisers
Detroit
3 appraisers
Troy
2 appraisers
Howell
2 appraisers
Holland
2 appraisers
Ann Arbor
2 appraisers
West Bloomfield
1 appraiser
Royal Oak
1 appraiser
Roseville
1 appraiser
Rochester
1 appraiser
Livonia
1 appraiser
Harbor Springs
1 appraiser
Grosse Pointe Park
1 appraiser
Dexter
1 appraiser
Birmingham
1 appraiser
Beverly Hills
1 appraiser
Bay City
1 appraiser
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Frequently asked questions about appraisers in Michigan
How many personal property appraisers are in Michigan?
Our directory lists 32 active personal property appraisers in Michigan, with the largest concentrations in Southfield, Byron Center, Detroit. All were sourced from recognized professional registries.
Are appraisers in Michigan USPAP-certified?
Yes — 47% of the Michigan 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 Michigan?
Yes — 19% of the Michigan 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 Michigan?
Fees vary by specialty, complexity, and intended use. In Michigan, 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 Michigan appraisers offer remote or online appraisals?
Yes — 19% of the Michigan 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 Michigan?
Yes — 16% of the Michigan 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 Michigan directory?
Every appraiser in our Michigan 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.