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If you are insuring any of these types of motor vehicles or equipment, you'll need an independent appraisal for the insurance underwriter. Borrowing for some needed upgrades to your fleet necessitates valuation appraisals for the bank. Have the unfortunate luck to be involved in a bankruptcy or partnership dissolution and need an appraisal of your machinery? Call an appraiser such as The St. Lucie Appraisal Company to guide you through the process. Likewise, if you are donating vehicles and equipment, in order to qualify for IRS tax credits, you'll need to submit an appraisal of the items.
Manufacturers of farm equipment are as diverse as their products. Part of an appraiser's job is to know how to obtain necessary information from these companies and their dealers. Different vehicles and equipment have different life spans which is also important information when appraising used equipment. Depending on a number of factors, equipment that is fully depreciated may or may not still have value. Allis-Chalmers, International Harvester, John Deere, Massey Ferguson , McCormick, New Holland are just a few of the manufacturers commonly found.
Heavy truck manufacturers include Peterbilt, Kenworth, Mack, Ford, International Harvester, Hino, Freightliner and Volvo. Trailer manufacturers include Utility, Haulmark, Trailmobile, Dorsey and Great Dane. Without a working relationship with these manufacturers and their dealers, an appraiser's job would be nearly impossible. The value of a truck can be as much as 50% more than a similar unit due to powertrain and comfort options. Trailers that were built for specialized operations like log hauling or lowboys used for the transport of construction equipment can last much longer than generalized equipment like cargo haulers bacause they are usually more well maintained. Their uniqueness makes them more difficult to replace, especially on short notice at the height of a growing season, for instance. If you own a semi, trailer or other heavy equipment, be certain it has been properly appraised and insured.
The tourism industry also requires specialized mechanization, from tour buses to shuttles to rental vehicles. Rental cars, in particular, are sources of appraisal assignments. Carefree vacationers collide with all sorts of things causing not only physical damage but diminished value as well.
A brief word about Diminished Value. If your vehicle was damaged as a result of someone else's negligence, in addition to compensation for the repair, you are also eligible to be paid an amount representing the loss of value as a result of your vehicle's now having a repair history. We will gladly answer any questions you may have about DV or any of our appraisal services.
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company
P.O. Box 2700
Fort Pierce, FL 34954
Tel: 772-359-4300
Fax: 772-466-8400
eMail: contact@stlucieappraisal.net
Web Site: http://stlucieappraisal.net/
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