CALIFORNIA PROBATE
California Probate Appraisers
California probate appraisal services documenting date-of-death fair market value for the estate inventory, tax reporting, and equitable distribution, prepared in accordance with USPAP. From Los Angeles and San Diego to the Bay Area and Sacramento, Probate Appraisal Group values fine art, jewelry, furniture, antiques, and household contents held in California estates.
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Probate Appraisals for California Estate Settlement, Tax Filing, and Heir Distribution
Probate Appraisal Group provides probate appraisal services for California estates, delivering USPAP-compliant valuations of personal property and household contents. Our reports establish date-of-death fair market value, the standard California Superior Court probate divisions rely on for the Inventory and Appraisal (Judicial Council Form DE-160).
From estate inventory and federal estate tax reporting to equitable distribution among heirs, our appraisers deliver defensible documentation prepared to professional standards, so estate settlement moves forward with confidence.
Probate Inventory & Court Filing
Fair market values supporting the California Inventory and Appraisal (Form DE-160) and estate settlement.
Federal Estate Tax
Date-of-death valuations prepared to meet federal estate tax requirements (Form 706).
Equitable Distribution
Neutral valuations that help heirs and executors divide personal property fairly.
Insurance & Estate Planning
Documented values for coverage, scheduling, and pre-probate planning.
WHAT WE APPRAISE
Personal Property and Estate Assets We Appraise Across California
Probate Appraisal Group appraises the full range of personal property found in California estates, with appraisers credentialed through leading organizations such as the ASA, ISA, and AAA.
Fine Art & Antiques
Paintings, sculpture, decorative arts, and period furniture.
Jewelry & Watches
Fine jewelry, diamonds, and timepieces valued by trained gemological specialists.
Household Contents & Furniture
Furnishings, rugs, silver, and general household goods.
Collectibles & Memorabilia
Coins, wine, and specialty collections held in the estate.
Vehicles & Titled Property
Automobiles and other titled personal property in the estate.
PROCESS
How the California Probate Appraisal Process Works
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Request an Appraisal
Tell us about the estate, the property involved, and any court or tax deadline you are working toward.
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Scope & Fixed-Fee Quote
We review the assets and confirm a fixed fee before any work begins, never hourly billing.
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Valuation & Inspection
Our appraisers value the property, most often through secure photo and document review, with on-site visits arranged for larger California estates.
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USPAP Report Delivered
You receive a defensible, date-of-death valuation ready for the Inventory and Appraisal, tax filing, or distribution among heirs.
SERVICE AREA
Probate appraisals anywhere in California, including Los Angeles, San Diego, and the Bay Area
Los Angeles
San Diego
San Jose
San Francisco
Sacramento
Fresno
Long Beach
Oakland
Bakersfield
Riverside
Anaheim
Santa Ana
COMMON QUESTIONS
California Probate Appraisal Questions
Do you appraise estates throughout California?
Yes. We serve executors and families statewide, from Los Angeles and San Diego to the Bay Area, Sacramento, and the Central Valley. Because most personal property can be appraised through secure photo and document review, we work efficiently anywhere in the state, and we arrange on-site inspections for larger or high-value estates.
What is the California Inventory and Appraisal (Form DE-160)?
In California probate, the personal representative files an Inventory and Appraisal (Judicial Council Form DE-160, with Attachment DE-161) listing estate assets and their date-of-death values. Our USPAP-compliant valuations of personal property give you defensible fair market values to support that filing.
California uses a probate referee. Do I still need an independent appraisal?
For many non-cash assets, California courts appoint a probate referee to appraise estate property. An independent USPAP appraisal is still valuable for estate planning, insurance coverage, equitable distribution among heirs, and documenting personal property values in support of the estate record. We can help you understand where a professional valuation strengthens your case.
Can you meet a California probate court deadline?
Tell us your hearing or filing date and we will confirm turnaround before work begins. Turnaround varies by the size and complexity of the estate, and expedited service is available when a court date is close.
GET STARTED
Request a California Probate Appraisal
Tell us about the estate and any court or tax deadline. We will respond with a fixed-fee quote.