Finder's Fayre Quality Antiques
Dexter S. Augier, art, antiques, and personal property appraiser, of Finder's Fayre Quality Antiques has recently received his certificate for completing the course, and passing the examination in the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice, 2008-2009 Edition.
These standards, known as USPAP, were set up by The Appraisal Foundation, which is "Authorized by Congress as the Source of Appraisal Standards and Appraisal Qualifications". These are the quality control standards for all appraisals, from real estate and heavy equipment, to art & antiques and personal property. All appraisals submitted to the IRS must meet these standards.
Dexter's areas of expertise are
Fine Art--19th Century Paintings, Drawings, Sculpture
Antique Furniture & Decorative Arts
Personal Property--Household Items
Rugs, Carpets, & Tapestries
Silver
His experience in the above areas comes from being actively engaged in the buying, selling, and appraising of these items in the national and international marketplace since 1974. He was trained and mentored by James A. Steinmeyer, founder of Finder's Fayre, who was a member of the Appraisers Association of America for over 35 years.
Mr. Augier provides appraisals for insurance purposes, estates, pre-move/relocations, damage/loss and equitable distributions for inheritance or divorce.
He has worked with individuals, financial advisors, bank and trust departments, attorneys, and insurance companies who need the professional assistance of an accredited, unbiased and ethical appraiser.
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