BARDO CONSULTING GROUP, INC.

Appraisals & Management of Personal Property

“You not only need appraisals you need to keep them up to date every three years. Our firm does this routinely for a small fee.”

The Appraisal Process

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Contact Us

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Send us information on the valuables you wish to be appraised, along with images. The more information the better!

We will provide an estimate for services on the basis of a preliminary consultation.

We charge at hourly rates to guarantee a complete objective service.

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The Examination

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An appraisal entails an on-site examination of objects in order to determine the maker or manufacturer, country of origin, date, size, distinctive or rare characteristics and markings, and current condition. Photographs, measurements, and documentation will be taken at the viewing.

Preparation of objects for viewing and access to background material can considerably reduce the appraiser’s time.

An online appraisal is possible with the appropriate documentation and provenance.

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The Report

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After our research of your property, you will receive a USPAP compliant report (hardcopy or digital.)

This will contain a list of your items, each with an image, description, location, value, and reference number.

This report can then be easily updated periodically by us at a reasonable rate.

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What We Appraise

  • Antiques
  • American Art and Antiques
  • Architectural Drawings
  • Autographs
  • Automobilia
  • Books
  • Clothing
  • Coins
  • Fine Art
  • Furniture
  • Gemstones and Jewelry
  • Glass
  • Guns
  • Linens and Needlework
  • Office Contents
  • Oriental Rugs
  • Porcelain
  • Sacred Vessels
  • Sculpture
  • Silver
  • Stamps
  • String Instruments
  • Toys, Trains, and Dolls
  • Porcelain

What Appraisals Can Offer

Up-to-date and Safe!

An appraisal will give you an current value of all your personal possessions!

It's a quick and easy processing of insurance claims with an IRS report that documents proof of ownerships, quality, and condition.

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Peace of Mind for All!

You will get guidance that can help with items of inheritance and aid in the distribution of assets between family members.

It will provide equitable division in a divorce, which we also provide expert testimony for.

We will also advise on the conservation and restoration of your items.

Sell it!

With our subsidiary company, StoneBridge Services, Inc., we can help with the dispersal of property through sale at auction, consignment shop, or donation to charitable organizations.

Appraisal Uses

  • 3-year Tax Planning Using Personal Property
  • Bankruptcy
  • Charitable Contributions Over $5,000
  • Contested Probate
  • Divorce
  • Family Foundations
  • Foreign Asset Protection Trusts
  • Insurance Claims
  • Limited Family Partnerships
  • Tax Abatement Using Fine Art, Antiques & Residential Contents
  • Trusts

Who Can Benefit

  • Attorneys
  • Banks and other financial institutions
  • Certified financial planners
  • Certified accountants
  • Charitable organizations and institutions
  • Home owners
  • Insurance adjusters
  • Investors
  • Museum curators
  • Private individuals
6007 N Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL 60660, USA
+1 (312) 372-9216
ppbardo@bardoappraisals.com

Mon – Sat: 9:30am – 4pm