An Appraisal Cast in Wax: The Conti Museum
When people ask me to talk about unusual appraisals, I now speak about the work The Appraisal Group did for the Conti Museum in New Orleans. That’s the famous wax museum that was one of New Orleans...
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As a member of CAGA – the Certified Appraisers Guild of America – The Appraisal Group meets and adheres to a set of standards that assure you are receiving the finest service on your fine art and antiques appraisal. Here is what it means when you use a CAGA appraiser such as The Appraisal Group.
THE CAGA STORY:
Certified Appraisers Guild of America is North America’s # 1 trainer of personal property appraisers.. It is an arm of the Missouri Auction School, founded in 1905. CAGA has been recognized by The Wall Street Journal, Smithsonian Magazine, the Times of London, England, Newsweek, ABC, CBS, CNN and NBC news.
All members such as David J. Goldberg must train and pass a comprehensive exam before becoming certified. No one is grandfathered in, assuring you knowledge and personal integrity.
Specialized areas of training include
As the demands of the IRS and the courts become more stringent, CAGA has increased the scope of its training.
Appraisal Report writing is an integral part of CAGA training. The reports you receive on your personal property – from cars to baseball cards, Grandmother’s mahogany table to a 19th or 20th century painting of sculpture – defines the item and its current fair market value. This document will stand up before the IRS, the courts, and insurance companies.
DAVID J. GOLDBERG BACKGROUND:
David J. Goldberg has been a CAGA member for many years. Backing up his certification is a thirty-five year history in the business of antiques and fine art. Formerly an auctioneer in a family run business that was among the first auction houses in New Orleans, Mr. Goldberg has appraised hundreds of thousands of items. He has worked with hundreds of families and collectors.
An appraisal report from The Appraisal Group includes:
When you need an appraisal on your personal property, fine art and antiques, talk to David J. Goldberg, President of The Appraisal Group, and member of CAGA, the Certified Appraisers Guild of America.
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