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 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 […]
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 […]
Automobile and Personal Property Appraiser in all 50 States
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company Automobile Valuation and Diminished Value Experts John Lyndgate, who coined the phrase “You can please some of the people all of the time, you can please all of the people some of the time, but you can’t please all of the people all of the time” never had the privilege […]
Alfa-Romeo Diminished Value and Total Loss Claims
When an Alfa Romeo is involved in an accident, even after expert repairs, the vehicle may suffer a substantial reduction in market value. This reduction is known as diminished value—the difference between what the vehicle was worth before the collision and what buyers are willing to pay after an accident history appears on reports such […]
Why do insurance Companies get away with Claim Denials Based on their Contention that a properly-repaired Car does not Suffer any Diminished Value?
Why do insurance Companies get away with Claim Denials Based on their Contention that a properly-repaired Car does not Suffer any Diminished Value? It is an obvious falsehood yet no insurance department has stepped up to the plate to sanction these actions. This is a common insurance industry stance. The idea that a properly repaired […]
Diminished Value Claim in Orange County, California
We report on the most informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. This article details the diminished value appraisal of a Honda Civic EX Hatchback with 18,236 miles that was involved in a Front and Rear collision in Orange County, California that caused $9,579.54 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had structural damage and no […]
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. […]
Diminished Value Claim in Alameda County, California
Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. This article details the diminished value appraisal of a Tesla Model 3 AWD Long Range Sedan with 1,013 miles that was involved in a Front collision in Alameda County, California that caused $8,778.30 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, […]
How to Convince an Insurance Company to Total your Car
It’s a matter of simple economics. The insurance company wants to pay out as little as possible when it comes to claim expenditures. This is part and parcel of their business model which isn’t difficult to understand. As with all corporations, turning a profit is typically the most important goal. In automobile claims, when a […]
Honda CR-V EX-L Diminished Value Claim in Indianapolis, Indiana
The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Indianapolis and throughout Indiana. Our licensed appraisers serve all ZIP Codes listed below. Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. Regarding our diminished value appraisal of a Honda CR-V EX-L Navigation AWD […]
Independent Appraisals Matter in Total Loss Claims
Should You Accept the Insurance Company’s Total Loss Settlement Offer? Speak to an independent automobile appraiser. Insurance companies almost always lowball us on total losses. Contact: https://stlucieappraisal.net
The Independent Appraiser’s Role in Auto Diminished Value Claims
The independent appraiser should not be part of the claim in which the automobile diminished value is in question, but is usually brought in from the outside to preserve impartiality. The St. Lucie Appraisal Company’s purpose and function is definite and simple. We must determine the existence and amount of diminished value in order to […]
A Honda Diminished Value Claim in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Each week we report on the most interesting and informative articles concerning auto diminished value claims. A diminished value appraisal of a Honda Odyssey EX Van with 19,335 miles that was involved in a Front and Rear Collision that caused $14,255.71 in damage. The vehicle was disabled/towed, had structural damage and no air bag deployment. […]
Porsche Diminished Value Claim in Reno, Nevada
Our diminished value appraisal of a Porsche 911 Carrera Coupe with 47,028 miles that was involved in a Rear-End Collision that caused $1,153.53 in damage. The vehicle was not disabled/towed and had no structural damage and no air bag deployment. The claimant hired an independent auto appraiser and made a third-party inherent auto diminished value […]
Can Auto Diminished Value be Calculated by Artificial Intelligence?
What is Auto Diminished Value? When your car sustains damage which is subsequently repaired, it now has a Repair History, sometimes referred to as a Bad Carfax. That information alerts potential buyers that they are considering purchasing a previously wrecked car. Naturally, the buyer will expect to pay less than he would for a similar […]
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 […]
A Synopsis of The St. Lucie Appraisal Company
AutoDiminishedValue.com is a service offered by The St. Lucie Appraisal Company. Our company has received numerous positive reviews from clients across multiple platforms. On the Better Business Bureau (BBB) website, we maintain an average rating of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 35 customer reviews. Clients frequently highlight professionalism, thoroughness, and effectiveness in achieving […]
A Diminished Value Claim in Tucson, Arizona
In Arizona, diminished value claims are recognized, but insurers frequently attempt to minimize payouts. Independent appraisals help support accurate claim values. The St. Lucie Appraisal Company provides independent diminished value appraisals for vehicle owners in Tucson and throughout the state. Our licensed auto appraisers serve all ZIP Codes and regions listed below, helping car owners […]