Appraisers for IRS Charitable Donation
Qualified appraisals for IRS Form 8283 charitable contribution deductions over $5,000.
What you need to know about irs charitable donation appraisals
IRS charitable donation appraisals (Form 8283) are required when donating personal property worth more than $5,000 to a qualified charitable organization and claiming a tax deduction. The IRS requires a "qualified appraisal" performed by a "qualified appraiser" no earlier than 60 days before the donation and no later than the tax return due date (including extensions). The appraiser must meet the IRS definition in IRC §170(f)(11)(E): they must hold a relevant professional designation and complete Form 8283 Section B with their signature, TIN, and declaration of independence from the donor. Our directory lists 476 IRS-qualified appraisers, with concentrations in CA, FL, TX. All 476 meet the IRS qualified appraiser definition. Key requirements: (1) the appraisal must be performed no more than 60 days before the donation date; (2) the appraiser may not be the donor, donee, or a related party; (3) the fee may not be contingent on the appraised value. For donations of art valued over $20,000, the IRS may require a photograph of the item; for donations valued over $50,000, the IRS Art Advisory Panel may review the appraisal.
How we verify appraisers for irs charitable donation
Every appraiser 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. Every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in our directory.
Frequently asked questions
What type of appraiser do I need for irs charitable donation?
For irs charitable donation, you need a credentialed personal property appraiser holding a designation from the American Society of Appraisers (ASA), the International Society of Appraisers (ISA), or the Appraisers Association of America (AAA), with experience in the specific type of property you need appraised. The appraiser must also be USPAP-compliant.
How much does an appraisal for irs charitable donation cost?
Fees vary by property type, complexity, and intended use. For irs charitable donation, a single-item appraisal typically runs $150–$600. Complex assignments or multi-item estates may be billed hourly at $100–$300/hour. The fee must be set in advance and cannot be contingent on the appraised value under USPAP standards.
What is USPAP compliance and why does it matter?
USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) is the federally recognized code of ethics and performance standards for appraisers. A USPAP-compliant report is required by courts, the IRS, and most insurance carriers. Non-USPAP reports may be rejected for legal, tax, or insurance purposes.
How do I verify an appraiser's credentials for irs charitable donation?
Ask for the appraiser's professional designation number and verify it directly with the issuing organization (ASA, ISA, or AAA all have member lookups). Confirm their experience with the specific use case — not all credentialed appraisers accept all assignment types. Every appraiser in our directory was sourced from a recognized professional registry.
How long does an appraisal take?
Timeline varies by complexity. A single-item appraisal typically takes 1–2 weeks from inspection to report delivery. Multi-item estate appraisals may take 4–8 weeks. IRS donation appraisals must be completed within 60 days before the donation date. Always confirm the turnaround time before engaging an appraiser.
How do you verify the appraisers in your directory?
Every appraiser in our directory 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. Every listing must have a verified contact email before it appears in results.
Can the appraiser testify in court for irs charitable donation?
Some appraisers in our directory are available for expert-witness testimony if your matter becomes contested. Use the "Expert witness" filter on the listing page to identify them.
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