Who We Are?
Christina L. Pereiro, Member ISA AM
Our Mission
Having completed all requirements to be a qualified member of the International Society of Appraisers which is the largest professional personal property appraisal association in the U.S. and Canada, representing highly trained and rigorously tested independent appraisers. Also, an accredited Senior Member of the of the National Association of Professional Appraisers and member of the New England Association of Appraisers. All of the written appraisal reports are prepared in conformity with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice from the Appraisal Standards Board.
Having graduated from New York University with a certificate in Appraisal Studies of Antiques and Fine Arts, University of Bridgeport with a Bachelor of Arts Degree and also the University of Strasbourg, France with a certificate in French Intensive Language and Culture Program Christina brings in a vast background in Antiques and Fine Arts.
Extraordinary Experience
Almost everybody owns works of art. If you own a work of art, you probably need an appraisal. If for no other reason (sale, charitable contribution, inheritance tax, estate distribution), you need to give your insurance company a certified document by an accredited appraiser, specifying that you own such-and-such work of art, on a certain date, examined, described in detail, confirmed on a certain date, and valued at a specific amount. Such a document will assure that you will receive reimbursement at the appropriate value in case of a future loss.
Valuation
There are several different types of appraisals employing different types of value, and each one serves a specific need. Mixing them up or confusing one for another can lead to serious legal and economic consequences for the unwary consumer. An accredited appraiser will know the difference between Fair market Value and Replacement Value. He/she will know how to determine each one, and which one is appropriate to a specific appraisal assignment. If your appraiser cannot talk intelligently about these types of value and cannot describe the research method used to determine these values, then you might want to consider looking for one who can.
