ALFA-ROMEO DIMINISHED VALUE AND LOSS OF USE CLAIMS
There is a new phenomenon in the automotive world and it is called Diminished Value. For those who haven’t heard this term, it means the loss in value a vehicle experiences after undergoing collision repairs. The Alfa-Romeo, being a car that attracts more discriminating buyers, suffers a great deal more diminished value than an ordinary […]
HOW TO MAKE A SUCCESSFUL DIMINISHED VALUE CLAIM
There is a gold standard when it comes to automobile diminished value appraisers and it is known as AUTODIMINISHEDVALUE.COM, a service of The St. Lucie Appraisal Company available in all 50 states. If you ask any insurance adjuster or any of our competitors and you are liable to hear it from them as well. Insurance […]
APPRAISING THE VALUE OF A RAT ROD FOR INSURANCE
Rat rods? Even insurance companies such as Hagerty and Grundy who will insure just about any vehicle sight-unseen – with no appraisal necessary – are confused when it comes to providing coverage for a rat rod. A typical policy states it can’t be a daily driver, and you also have to have another vehicle insured […]
APPRAISING A MOTORCYCLE FOR FINANCING OR INSURANCE
Motorcycle Appraisals for Financing, Insurance, and Donations Appraising a motorcycle for financing or insurance purposes is often a necessity when lenders or insurers require a documented valuation. Beyond accuracy, a professional motorcycle appraisal report must be well-documented and professionally presented to be accepted by a bank, credit union, insurance company, or government agency. Motorcycle appraisals […]
What Reddit Users Say about The St. Lucie Appraisal Company
1. Customer Experience & Communication A recurring theme throughout the comments is the level of customer service provided by Franklin Colletta and his team. Several reviewers make specific references to how personable and supportive Franklin is. This type of feedback is particularly valuable when assessing a company’s overall reputation and customer satisfaction. For example: Stacy […]
State-Licensed Auto Appraisers / Adjusters vs. “Certified” Appraisers (Huge Difference)
1. State-Licensed Appraisers or Adjusters (Real Credential) A state license is a government-issued professional credential that requires: Background checks Verified experience or training Continuing education Compliance with state laws and regulations The ability to be disciplined for misconduct This is a regulated profession, not something you can just pay for. When an appraiser or adjuster […]
Diminished Value Information for Insurance Adjusters
Credibility Statement (For Insurance Adjusters) The St. Lucie Appraisal Company and its service, stlucieappraisal.net/ is a qualified provider of diminished value reports in all 50 states. Credibility & Licensing States generally do not require a state-issued automotive appraisal license to prepare diminished value reports (North Carolina is an exception). That said, The St. Lucie Appraisal […]
Diminished Value Appraisers – Why is AutoDiminishedValue.com The Only One?
Why is AUTODIMINISHEDVALUE “The Only One”? The simple answer is because we do the work that no other auto appraisal company is either willing or courageous enough to do – real world research. There is a confirmed preferred methodology for determining a vehicle’s diminished value after it acquires a repair history. This can reach into […]
Airplane Hangar Valuation and Appraisal Services Valuation appraisals for commercial airport hangars and residential airstrip structures are often classified as personal property rather than real estate. An airplane hangar is typically located on rented property—similar to a mobile home in a park. The hangar owner usually holds the title to the structure but not the […]
Airplane Hangar Valuations
Airplane Hangar Valuation and Appraisal Services Valuation appraisals for commercial airport hangars and residential airstrip structures are often classified as personal property rather than real estate. An airplane hangar is typically located on rented property—similar to a mobile home in a park. The hangar owner usually holds the title to the structure but not the […]
A Diminished Value Claim in Phoenix, Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona Diminished Value Appraiser | Independent Auto Appraisal Experts The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Phoenix, Arizona and throughout the state. Our licensed auto appraisers serve all ZIP Codes and regions listed below, helping car owners recover their rightful loss in value after an accident. Phoenix, […]
Diminished Value Saint Louis
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Saint Louis and throughout Missouri. Our appraisers serve all ZIP Codes listed below. A diminished value appraisal of a Ford F150 XLT Crew Cab with 11,264 miles that was involved in a left side collision that caused $16,952.53 in damage.
Tesla X 75D Diminished Value Claim in Los Angeles, California
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Los Angeles and throughout California. Our licensed appraisers serve all ZIP Codes listed below. Los Angeles ZIP Codes We Serve for Diminished Value Claims 90011, 90650, 91331, 90044, 90250, 90805, 90201, 91342, 90280, 93535, 93550, 91744, 90706, 91335, 93536, 90003, 91706, […]
Appraising a Motor Home for Financing, Insurance or a Charitable Donation
Appraising a motor home or recreational vehicle for financing, insurance or a charitable donation qualifies as a necessity when requirements dictate. In addition to accuracy, an appraiser who prepares a valuation report for an RV should strive to present professional-looking documents that will impress a bank, insurance company or the IRS as being valid. There […]
Unfair Claim Practices in Auto Diminished Value Cases
A State Insurance Department that does not communicate transparently and thoroughly with its residents, in this case, to motor vehicle owners, doesn’t represent them effectively. As an agency that operates using taxpayer dollars, it’s important that they keep people like you and I informed on automobile diminished value and how it affects all of us. […]
A Jeep Diminished Value Claim in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Mecklenburg County and throughout North Carolina. Our licensed appraisers serve all ZIP Codes listed below. We report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. This article details the diminished value appraisal of a Jeep Wrangler Unlimited […]
Auto Diminished Value in Small Claims Court
NOTE: This article is not as a form of legal advice. What happens when an irate claimant decides to become a plaintiff and escalates his claim into small claims court? Of course, there are many diminished value losses that exceed the $5,000.00 to $10,000.00 limit – each state has different thresholds – of this venue […]
CHEVROLET DIMINISHED VALUE AND LOSS OF USE CLAIMS
There is a new phenomenon in the automotive world and it is called Diminished Value. For those who haven’t heard this term, it means the loss in value a vehicle experiences after undergoing collision repairs. Chevrolet models that attract more discriminating buyers, suffer a great deal more diminished value than an ordinary car. Used car […]
Licensed and Certified Auto Appraiser
There are licensing requirements for automobile appraisers. A properly licensed appraiser is automatically certified as an expert in this field. In order to obtain an adjusters or appraisers license, one must pass background checks and demonstrate both integrity and expertise in order to remain in good standing. You will also find a number of associations […]
GMC Diminished Value Claim in Mobile, Alabama
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Mobile and throughout Alabama. Our appraisers serve all ZIP Codes listed below. Our diminished value appraisal of a GMC Yukon XL SLT with 35,800 miles that was involved in a Rear End Collision that caused $1,903.84 in damage. The truck was […]