Aitchison Fine Art Advisory

(31 reviews)

Believe it or not this is my first review on-line. That is how exceptional my experience with Jacob…read moreKipp of Greater Bay Appraisal was. He is so easy to talk to and work with. And at the same time is very professional and knowledgeable. I was in the need of getting my home reassessed, for a date of death valuation as my husband had passed away. I received my complete appraisal within three days of speaking with him. On top of all of this, I was charged much less than I had thought that I would be paying. I'll tell you now that if you need an appraisal done, you won't regret hiring Jacob Kipp, to do the job. Sincerely, Sue Morrison

Jacob was very responsive, helpful and explained things to me. I initially contacted him for a…read moredate of death appraisal for a San Carlos property. He offered either a desktop appraisal or a referral for a traditional one since it is outside his coverage area and explained the difference and between the two. Since I wanted an in-person, traditional appraisal I didn't hire him, but I did appreciate the responsive, helpful communication.

J E Carleton Appraisals

(43 reviews)

I met with Jane today. She is awesome. She is very knowledgeable. I will be using her if I need to…read morehave anything done in the future. Very nice and efficient. Thank you Jane

I just had several pieces of jewelry appraised by Jane and she did an amazingly thorough job. Jane…read moreis very knowledgeable and experienced. I have had other appraisals done in the past and always received a one page appraisal. I have never received an appraisal like the ones that Jane did for me. The appraisal on each piece was several pages along with specific information and photographs. I am extremely happy with the information and services that Jane provided, I highly recommend her for your Jewelry appraisals!

Dynamic Appraisals

I recently worked with Dynamic Appraisals for a property appraisal, and I couldn't be more…read moreimpressed. From the moment I reached out, Rudy (Owner) was professional, responsive, and incredibly knowledgeable. He took the time to explain the entire process, answered all my questions with patience, and delivered a thorough, accurate report faster than I expected.He takes pride in his work and genuinely cares about helping clients. Whether you're buying, selling, refinancing, or just need a reliable valuation, I highly recommend Dynamic Appraisals. They're the gold standard in property appraisal.

Rudy help me with the appraisal of my home in the Sacramento area. He was so kind and willing to…read morehelp me understand my property. He was able to assist with the sale of my home and I'm forever grateful to Rudy. Thank you Rudy, I look forward to doing business with you only in the future.

Appraisal Alliance

(19 reviews)

Working with Matthew was an absolute breeze.... he responded to me within an hour. The service I…read morerequested was for 3 properties, and the quote he gave me was very reasonable. After a brief phone call to establish my needs, we worked out the rest of the logistics and timing via text which was really convenient for me. He showed up promptly on time and was very personable and professional. I'm extremely happy with the appraisal services provided and happy to recommend this business!

Mathew was super easy to work with. He answered every phone call on the first ring. He was…read moreorganized and ready to work with me. I didn't feel like he was distracted by other clients. Mathew is a fair man. He was very straight forward with what he was offering, how long it would take. He earned my trust from the first consultation! I feel his prices were spot on. Although he charged the same as another company, Mathew charged 10% less than the one other company and 3% less than the third company I talked to. I chose to work with Mathew both because he was very knowledgeable about this County, plus Mathew was always available. Divorce is difficult. Mathew made me feel like I am back in control over this challenging time of my life. Clean, easy-to-access office with free parking. Accessible office. Clean and tidy word space.

EVAppraisals

(9 reviews)

I couldn't be happier with the service I received. The entire appraisal process was smooth,…read moreprofessional, and completed in a timely manner. Elias was knowledgeable and honest. His expertise, attention to detail, and excellent communication made all the difference. If you're looking for a trustworthy, well priced appraisal company that truly goes above and beyond, I highly recommend EVAppraisals. I'll definitely use them again in the future.

I recently hired Elias Valencia Appraisals for a home appraisal, and I couldn't be happier with the…read moreexperience. Elias was professional, punctual, and incredibly knowledgeable about the local market. He took the time to walk me through the entire process, answered all my questions patiently, and delivered a detailed, accurate report faster than I expected. What stood out most was his integrity and attention to detail--he clearly takes pride in his work, and it shows. Whether you're buying, selling, refinancing, or just need a reliable valuation, Elias is someone you can trust to get it right. Highly recommend his services to anyone in need of a top-notch real estate appraiser!

PropWorth Valuations

(5 reviews)

Thank you Bakhtawar for going above and beyond what I expected. Your accuracy and attention to…read moredetail was impeccable. If you're seeking a home appraisal hire PropWorth Valuations!

Bobby has completed numerous appraisals for me over the years. He is very competent and does an…read moreoutstanding job. His reports are well researched and easy to understand. His prices are reasonable.

Tessin Appraisals

(1 review)

I am very satisfied after hiring Eric for my home appraisal. He had availability that matched my…read moreschedule, arrived on time, and was very professional. He was efficient and knowledgeable and made the whole process a breeze. He was able to turn around the report in record time and I feel I got an amazing value. Thanks, Eric!

From the owner: We specialize in single family residential appraisals for homes and land in Marin County and Sonoma…read moreCounty. Call now for more information and a free quote for your project.

Diablo Valley Appraisals

(1 review)

Jessica came on time to my home. She was not rattled by the 3 teenage boys hangin out in my living…read moreroom nor by my new very hyper puppy. She was friendly and quick. Our appraisal came back neatly and well done.. Thankyou Jessica.

Michelle Bello Fine Art Consulting

As an interiors photographer who photographs many high end homes, I see a lot of artwork placed in…read morea variety of residences. I just photographed a home on the Peninsula where Michelle Bello was the Art Consultant and was so impressed with the breadth and quality of the art selected. I was struck not only by the "museum quality" of the art but also how beautifully it was placed in the home. Michelle clearly has a highly honed aesthetic and knows how to place the perfect piece in the right place.

Michelle Bello deserves the highest recommendation. We were reminded what a talented person…read moreMichelle is due to the recent buzz she's received from respected art critics for an exhibition she curated, not to mention getting a major feature article in the San Francisco Chronicle. While Michelle has been our art consultant for over 20 years she is also a curator and works with outstanding artists. Michelle's in-depth knowledge of contemporary art is second to none, and she conducts her business with integrity and the highest standards. Over the years she has introduced us to both emerging and established artist whose work reflects our own passions and aesthetic. Now many of these same artists can be found in major collections and museums. Michelle is not only passionate when it comes to introducing her clients to great works that speak to them in meaningful ways, but she has an incredible eye when it comes to art placement. Oh, and for those just starting out building their art collection, you couldn't make a wiser decision than to hire Michelle. She is a delight to work with and will help you every step of the way!

Nationwide Virtual Accounting & Tax

(24 reviews)

My tax prep contact officially retired and closed shop after 30 plus years of service. I had to…read moreleave town unexpectedly for several weeks. The tax prep person where I am currently located gave a projection of owing a ton of money to uncle sam. I decided to search on Yelp for someone more credible and found these awesome people/company to work with. Highlights are: 1. Very responsive, lightning fast reply's 2. Reachable via email, phone 3. Quick to review documents 4. Quick to set up a final appointment 5. All done virtually through a secure system that is user friendly 6. I did not pay as much as originally stated by the first person I reached out to 7. Outstanding zoom call that was quick and painless 5 out of 5 stars!

So this is the first year I owned a business (LLC) and was looking to get help and hopefully find…read morean accountant for the future. Now I'll be the first to say, I'm pretty lost with profit/losses and book keeping, as I said it's my first time. For the past 8 years I've just used TurboTax for personal, but as I said, first time with a business. Initially you talk with someone over a chat, they ask you questions and you answer them and send them forms. They said they could do my profit/losses for me for about $75 extra, I was fine with it, figured it was worth learning how to do it. Took about a month but finally had my appointment to talk over video (30min). They were 6min late and obviously very tired. I truly felt bad for Yuliya as she seemed so exhausted. We spent the first 18min looking at the Dept. of Washington tax site and she was showing me how to fix my prior quarterly tax filings because she felt I had labeled my business incorrectly. After I showed her what I was doing, she changed her mind and said "I think you're actually fine and doing it right". So that left us 6 minutes to rush through my tax return before her next appointment. In the end I spent $350 to save $3 (the difference in number between what I got in TurboTax vs. having it done by Nationwide). For me, if I would have learned something about better tax reporting for the LLC, it would have been worth it. But it just felt very rushed, very impersonal and honestly I'd rather just go back to doing it myself.

WorkSource

(4 reviews)

They move location but they still have the same staff. I think they should have stayed at there old…read morelocation and hired new people. I bet by the middle of 2016 they will start hiring new people. I am friends with people who go there and they all have been writing about how the old staff want help and changing to the hours to what they want instead of what it should be. WorkSource is your one-stop solution to finding a new job! An innovative partnership of organizations dedicated to addressing Washington State's employment needs, WorkSource has offices located across the state. Best of all, WorkSource services are available at no cost to you. At a WorkSource Center you can: Find information about unemployment insurance Attend workshops on a variety of topics including using social media to find employment Learn about the fastest growing jobs Attend job fairs and on-site recruiting events Join a job club to network and share job-search strategies Receive assistance preparing your resume Use a computer, telephone, fax machine, and copier for job search activities WorkSource is your one-stop place for employer services. With WorkSource online, you can post a job on the state's largest online job matching system. Employer Services Representatives are ready to work with you to design a workforce plan for your business. Some of the services we can provide, at no cost to you, include Computer job-matching, Electronic job posting and resume banks, Help with recruitment and layoffs, Information on business, industry, and economic trends Hiring events.

All the staff are very friendly and very helpful, they go beyond to help each individual to find a…read morejob. They also offer lots of helpful workshops.

On The Spot Engraving

4.4

(31 reviews)

I had a small engraving project and On The Spot Engraving was able to make it happen…read more Nicole explained what they could and couldn't do for my letter opener. Once I decided what I wanted she gave me several font options to choose from and a reasonable price. Don was able to finish the project ahead of schedule which was a big help for me. Happy with the results and I highly recommend On The Spot Engraving for your engraving needs.

I came in today with a last min request for a plaque to be made within 24 hours and they got it…read morefinished before the end of the day! Such a great experience and super flexible! Couldn't say enough!

Just Right Awards & Engraving

(17 reviews)

I contacted this business with a request for some work. They were not able to do what I was asking…read moreand referred me on to someone who was able to do what I was asking. I truly appreciate them not "just taking the business " to get the $$ but being honest about not being able to do what I was requesting and referring me on to someone who was able to do what I was requesting. Thank you for your honesty. This does not always happen and is very much appreciated.

I know, what you're thinking, he's reviewing an...ENGRAVING store? What does that even mean?…read more Well, I have a family member that's super into homebrewing. I bought them a way-cool STAINLESS STEEL growler from Base Camp Brewing. I then took it here to have it engraved. They asked me when I needed it by and I said Monday (Christmas Eve) by the latest. They said they were about to close down for the next 4 days but they should have it done in an hour or two before they closed. 45 minutes later I got a call saying it was done. The quality was stunning, they used the exact same font that Base Camp uses and the finish was insane. I'm guessing they use LASERS or something? (I'm not kidding, I really think they do) Everyone that works here was also exceedingly nice, I will be back!

Engraving Vancouver Hot Fabs

(1 review)

Super quick and responsive, did a great job with my project and I look forward to working with them…read moreagain in the future!

From the owner: Custom Laser Engraving in Vancouver, Washington. We specialize in Custom Designed Stainless or…read moreAnodized Equipment Placards, Business Engraving, Gift Engraving, QR Codes, tool marking; metal business cards; gifts; business & corporate logo marking on promotional products like tumblers, cards, awards engraving, pens, and much more. Also, Yelp’s robo-cleansers have removed 2 of our legitimately earned 5 Star Reviews and placed them into a “Not Recommended” area. However, you can still see them. Sooo… also check us out on Google- where you can also see actual happy customers reviews that aren’t hidden by some lifeless robot crawler. I’m sure if I paid Yelp for advertising- they’d magically appear.

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Bob Z.

7 years ago

We worked with Aitchison's on a unique series of new custom furniture pieces that incorporated an historical Bay Area medium with limited availability. Despite these challenges, Joy found excellent comparators, spent hours discussing these works with our contributing team of artisans, as well as with peers and colleagues, and established rock-solid appraisals for us. Our whole team found Joy to be a serious professional and a wonderful person to work with. She was inquisitive, asked thoughtful and insightful questions, and established excellent working relationships that led to informative and useful input. We will definitely use Aitchison's for our next series of works. read more

E K.

8 years ago

Highly recommended! Thorough, knowledgable and very helpful.

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I contacted Claudia at Hess Art Advisory for help identifying two pieces of art from a family…read moremember that had passed. She identified the artist by his signature very quickly - very impressive!

My experience of hiring Hess Art Advisory to valuate an eclectic collection of artwork was…read moreexcellent. Claudia, the principal provided an appraisal that reflected her broad and deep knowledge about each piece in my collection. She explained the process thoroughly before I committed to her company.. She came to my home to inventory the pieces and I found her to be professional, friendly, and thoughtful of both my home and time. She physically examined each piece to determine its condition, offering a risk analysis of their current location, framing,and upkeep. The end result was a very thorough report that satisfied our insurance requirements that was submitted on time and at agreed upon price. I was so impressed with her art knowledge and professionalism I have engaged Claudia to assist me in expanding my collection. I highly recommend Hess Art Advisory.

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This is my first time at an auction house. I came here with some items from home to have them…read moreappraised. On the first and third Wednesdays of each month you can bring five items to be appraised for free. I had heard about this from a friend. Unfortunately the five items that I had would be considered far from valuable. This did not stop me from emailing her with a few other items I have at home. Perhaps I'll have better luck with these other items not pictured here. She was very professional and candid.

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I am a bay Area realtor for my experience I must say that Bacchus was very timely in contacting my…read moreboth my clients in two separate appraisals done for my transactions & making A as soon as possible scheduled appointment and getting over to the property. He was very professional and precise in his wording in comparison of other properties also the turnaround time for the report was again very timely and to the point. I couldn't ask for an easier stress free experience. I highly recommend him for anyone's appraisal needs

Bacchus Coates is professional, knowledgeable and provides thorough appraisals. The appraisal…read moreprocess can be nerve racking, but hie explains the process in detail, is prompt for appointments and completes the report in a timely manner.

Bay Area Gem Lab

(7 reviews)

It is with full confidence that I recommend this business…read more Zemin and I met through the Women's Jewelry Association, Northern California chapter. I saw that the past president of WJA Norcal was following Bay Area Gem Lab on Instagram, so I reached out to Zemin to introduce myself. We immediately began discussing the gemology and history of jade (Zemin is a jade specialist) and soon after that, she attended one of my pop-ups to investigate Guatemalan fei cui (jadeite) jade bangles that I'm selling, in preparation for her gemology lectures. Ever since, Zemin has become a trusted colleague. When I learned that she was opening a fully equipped gemological laboratory in the Bay Area, I was thrilled because I had a few pieces of vintage jade that needed certification. Zemin is a true scientist and employs the highest standards for gemological analysis and jewelry appraisal. I appreciate the transparency of Bay Area Gem Lab's stringent scientific processes and am happy to refer BAGL to the trade and consumers. I look forward to working with her again soon as an appraiser, gemologist, and jade broker. Thank you, Zemin, and congratulations on Bay Area Gem Lab!

Thank you so much for your help. The service was really professional and efficient. I needed the…read morecertificate urgently and you arranged everything very quickly, which I really appreciated. The bangle came with a certificate from China and looked great in person--nice color and water content, nothing that made it obviously look like a treated piece. But I had some doubts and decided to get it tested, just to be safe. I honestly didn't expect it to turn out to be a B+C treated jadeite. I'm really glad I went ahead with the testing. Thanks again for helping me catch this. It definitely saved me from a bigger loss.

JBryant Real Estate Appraisals

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Bryant was professional, knowledgeable, and easy to work with from start to finish. He communicated…read moreclearly, delivered a detailed report and was willing to take the time to walk through it and answer questions. I would highly recommend Bryant to anyone looking for a reliable appraiser who takes his work seriously.

Bryant came out on a very short notice and on a Saturday and completed an excellent appraisal on my…read moreproperty, very professional and easy to deal with. Thank you Bryant!

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