I requested two (2) appraisals from Northstar Appraisal Services (NAS)…read more John Grichine and his NAS staff were efficient, timely and thorough. NAS provided and delivered the requested Real Estate reports as contractually specified. This was a key attribute in selecting NAS. The current day report was very detailed and thorough . The retro-active report was thoroughly researched. My particular requested reports were within 2% of other appraisal services, which is well within a statistical margin (SME) of report to report assessment / deviation. I found Northstar Appraisal Services to be very professional, extremely knowledgeable, very easy to communicate and work with. I will recommend this very professional team to others seeking an accurate appraisal of Real Estate. I look forward to working with John and his NAS Team again.

I didn't end up needing Northstar right now but I gotta admit the customer service was phenomenal…read more All communications were quick and so accommodating. If I end up needing an appraisal (which honestly.... I will) I'm 100% hiring Northstar Appraisal.

Fantastic - professional, efficient, responsive, and reasonably priced. Overall couldn't ask for an…read moreeasier process.

My MIL needed some jewelry appraised. Had bags of pearl necklaces. Are they real? About half were…read morenot. Various rings from her MIL & mother were graded & given valuations. Retail for used jewelry is quite different. What you paid back in the day, what it's worth to replace, what it's worth to insure. She just wanted basic info as she plans to distribute to kids, grandkids, etc. Yes there is a fee. But well worth it from a laypersons point of view. Inherited jewelry is a lot about the memory of a loved one. Thanks for your assistance!

I have nothing but good things to say about Auto Appraisal Network (AAN) and appraiser Dave…read moreWilliams! I had the misfortune of getting into a car accident that wasn't my fault. My vehicle was brand new and I had to fight the insurance company at every step of the way. And, after my car was fixed the insurance company thought that everything was resolved. I knew better. I knew my car was worth less after being in an accident, and that the dealership would give me less for it when I tried to sell it (because a Carfax report would reveal it had previous damage). So, I ran a report on Kelley Blue Book between a vehicle in excellent verses good condition. I submitted this information to the insurance company and they said I needed a formal appraisal, but wouldn't guarantee any compensation for the report. I took a gamble and contacted Auto Appraisal Network. Not only did they tell me all about Diminished Value, but also Loss of Use. They came to me and inspected my vehicle, and put together a very professional report. It documented the diminished value and loss of use (while my vehicle was being repaired). Their amount was more than what Kelley Blue Book documented. I also got sample cover letters for formally submitting the report to my insurance company. I requested over $3,000.00 and the insurance company countered at only $600. So, I took the driver and the insurance company to small claims court. Using the language and legal precedent information that AAN gave me, I briefly explained my case to the judge and submitted the report. The judge ruled in my favor and I got everything that AAN said I was owed!!! The insurance companies know all about Diminished Value, they invented the concept. They're just hoping that the public doesn't learn more. And, they're counting on consumers being lazy and not pursuing it. They're betting that most people will just accept no, or a less than desirable settlement, because they don't want to take the time to fight the system or go to court. On principal, I chose to fight for what was rightly mine. AAN's report and the supplementary information gave me the tools for proving my case. I highly recommend Auto Appraisal Network.

I hired Curt Kopetsky and Auto Appraisal Network to represent me as an independent appraiser in an…read moreinsurance total loss dispute. It was an absolute disaster that actively harmed my financial position. I provided Curt with a meticulously detailed pre-appraisal brief, including verified historical market data from my specific Date of Loss in 2021, and invoices for over $6,600 in premium aftermarket upgrades. Curt completely ignored my evidence. He produced a lazy, boilerplate report that severely undervalued my vehicle. To make matters infinitely worse, after reviewing his draft, I explicitly instructed Curt in writing NOT to submit or finalize the report. He ignored my direct directive. He took his flawed report and signed a binding settlement agreement with the insurance company's appraiser WITHOUT my review, consent, or authorization. His research and negotiation skills were so astonishingly incompetent that his final appraisal on my behalf came in over $8,000 lower than the insurance company's own internal appraisal. He literally negotiated against me and handed the insurance company a massive financial advantage. When I discovered this and immediately demanded that he formally retract his unauthorized signature, Curt vanished. I escalated the issue to the corporate office, contacting Dave Williams via multiple emails and direct phone calls, seeking intervention and a refund. The corporate office completely ghosted me. They refused to return a single call or email, abandoning me with a flawed, unauthorized legal document on my insurance record.

Wow... their service and attention to detail was way above and beyond what I was expecting and have…read morereceived from other appraisers. As someone who has been involved in purchasing nearly 1,000 properties I was truly impressed by their level of service and client relations.

Needed an appraisal for my mom and dad's house. Did a great job! Priced fairly and performed in a…read moretimely manner!

We were very fortunate in having Nora appraise a piece of artwork being donated to an LA museum…read more Her research into the specific period of time and related art gave us a new perspective on how to regard and move forward with other pieces. Nora's professionalism, knowledge and excellent communication skills made the whole appraisal experience wonderful and we would not hesitate to use her again.

Nora was very helpful in telling us if any of our art was worth appraising. We emailed her several…read morephotos and she took the time to look at all of them and give us her professional opinion. We highly recommended Nora and California Art Advisory.

Always have a great experience with Legacy. Gina truly cares about her clients and takes her time…read morewith each evaluation. I appreciate her integrity and honesty, especially providing alternative options for items that may have little value or market. She's resourceful and creative. Highly recommend.

Fabulous experience, overall!!! 5 Stars!!! Gina is a true gem! She's the real deal! Prompt service…read morewith speedy results! I needed to unload Sterling silver flatware that I've been hoarding for over 20 years!!! I received a fare price, and I walked away happy and satisfied! If you are in my position, want to unload unwanted silver, gold, or any jewelry, give Gina a call. Check out her website and YouTube channel, as well! She's honest and a true professional! You won't be disappointed! ALL positive Yelp reviews are true! Most definitely, I'm returning. Highly recommended!!! Thanks, Gina!

We would Highly Recommend Mike Gibson! Mike produced an accurate appraisal report in just days…read moreafter evaluating our property. We have worked with numerous other appraisers regarding a property tax appeal case and we can confirm that Mike Gibson is WAY better to work with compared to the competition. Some of these other appraisers can take nearly a month to produce a usable report and that is after having to call them repeatedly and track them down for it. Some of these other appraisers come back with reports laden with errors and inaccuracies. Not Mike Gibson! An accurate, usable report is produced by Mike within days. Mike has a specific and unique knowledge of Southern Orange County real estate and it shows. Mike has been in South Orange County for 35+ years and he has unique and specific knowledge of the individual housing tracts in Dana Point, San Juan Capistrano, and San Clemente. We are located in Niguel Shores and can confirm that he knows the neighborhood and its market dynamics extremely well. To anyone needing a good appraiser and an accurate appraisal report, please start with Mike Gibson and save yourself a ton of aggravation by not having to deal with the other appraisers in the area. Prices are totally fair and the service is unmatched. Thank you to Mike Gibson! All the best!

As a residential and commercial financial advisor with over 25 years of experience, I've had the…read moreprivilege to call upon appraisal Mike Gibson to complete over 250 residential, construction, and land appraisals throughout CA. His professional competencies are without peer, in my opinion. His Expertise, turnaround time, reliability, and cost are what everyone is looking for in an experienced, reputable appraiser.

James helped me out with an appraisal. He did a great job. I would use him again in the future…read more Very easy going and easy to work with

From the owner: Beach Cities Appraisals is one of the leading real estate appraisal companies in Southern…read moreCalifornia. You can expect courteous, expedient, professional service of the highest caliber - we offer a wide variety of quality and reliable appraisal services. We carry out appraisal assignments on all types of residential properties including single family, multi-family dwellings, condominiums and townhouses.

I had a wonderful experience working with Tony. I sold my diamond ring to him, and from start to…read morefinish, he was extremely professional, responsive, and efficient. Tony made the entire process very easy and straightforward. He was honest, transparent, and quick to respond to all of my questions, which made me feel very comfortable throughout the transaction. I really appreciated how professional and trustworthy he was. He also kindly cleaned my current ring for me, and it came back looking beautiful and sparkling like new! I'm very happy with my experience and would definitely recommend Tony to anyone looking to buy, sell, or get help with their jewelry. Great service and a genuinely trustworthy person!

Very friendly and only charged me $15 for watch battery replacement. Highly recommend!read more