Appraisals

Sands of Time Appraisals provides comprehensive appraisal consulting services for individuals, personal representatives, accountants, estate planners, claims adjusters, and insurance professionals. What sets us apart is our ability to manage both large-scale and small-scale appraisal projects for museums, corporations, and private individuals.

Our team delivers professional, unbiased, and credible rep

orts that clients can rely on for years to come. We ensure the appropriate balance of general appraisal knowledge and specialized expertise tailored to each assignment.  We offer personal property valuation services across both the private and public sectors, with experience handling simple to highly complex assignments for:

• Federal Estate & Gift Tax
• Non-cash Charitable Donations
• Insurance Coverage and Claims
• Estate Planning
• Divorce Settlements
• Corporate Valuation Needs

Sue McGovern, ISA CAPP, is the president and owner of Sands of Time Appraisals, with over 30 years of experience in appraisal and project management, underpinned by a strong background in information technology. Her work spans the logistical design, budgeting, planning, and execution of both small-scale and complex appraisal projects..

She is a Certified Appraiser of Personal Property (CAPP) in good standing with the International Society of Appraisers (ISA) and holds the Private Client Services designation. CAPP is the highest credential offered by ISA, requiring over 900 documented hours of appraisal experience and a rigorous five-hour exam. Sue is one of only 108 appraisers in North America to hold this designation. She has been twice elected to ISA’s Board of Directors and currently serves as ISA’s Treasurer on the Executive Board. Sue is fully compliant with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), the generally recognized ethical and performance standards for the appraisal profession in the United States.

The Sands of Time Appraisal team provides professional valuations for individual works of art as well as entire collections. We specialize in high-value, one-of-a-kind objects and extensive collections requiring detailed expertise.  Every appraisal report is personally prepared by Sue, resulting in the delivery of a professional document with value conclusions in conformity with the Internal Revenue Service (where applicable), the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP), and the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).  

Sands of Time Appraisals closely monitors shifts in the marketplace through in-depth research and trend analysis. Because every client and situation is unique, our services are tailored to meet your specific needs, including virtual consultations, appraisals based on photographs, and the use of state-of-the-art software tools. From the initial review to the final report, our focus is on delivering accurate and timely service.

Appraisal fees are based on the time required to complete the assignment, as well as any associated travel and expenses. We charge a flat hourly rate and determine values using recognized methodology, objective research, and data analysis. Our fees are never based on a percentage of the appraised value.

We welcome inquiries from individuals, estate liquidators, museums, educational institutions, consultants, architects, interior designers, collectors, investors, and fellow appraisers. Contact Us below to learn how we can assist with your valuation needs.