Whenever there's a question about the value of your personal property, there's also a risk involved. It may be the risk of selling too low, or of paying too much; the risk of being under or over insured; the risk of not getting your fair share in a division of property; the risk of incurring tax penalties or being audited when claiming a deduction for charitable contribution or when calculating estate taxes.  Be certain of its value when it comes to personal property; let a professional appraiser help you.

Locate an accredited or certified appraiser from an appraisal organization.

The International Society of Appraisers,  www.isa-appraisers.org-- the largest organization of personal property appraisers, can help. For southeastern Michigan residents, email us at nostantiques@yahoo.com

 

 

Antiques that have been stored in dark--damp areas may have a musty or mildew odor.  To minimize the musty odor, the following tips may help:

• Remove the drawers and set the furniture outside for a few days to air out.

 

• Spray furniture with lemon-scented furniture polish or orange oil.

 

• Line drawers with newspaper and sprinkle paper with baking soda.

 

                                                                 BONUS TIP

      More rubbing and less polish, is believed to bring out the shine on antique furniture.

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