Bankruptcy

During bankruptcy proceedings, it may seem strange to spend additional money to obtain appraisals of your vehicles. But the investment may actually be worthwhile.

Deteriorated vehicles have lower than book values. Over time, deferred maintenance, unrepaired damage, and jury-rigging to keep the car functional may have contributed to a reduction in the value of the vehicle. The courts do not consider any of this. They go strictly by the book value and may overvalue your vehicle if it is in less than ideal condtion. The correct adjusted value can only be presented to the court with a formal appraisal.

An impartial appraisal can document the actual fair market value of your vehicle. This documentation will prevent a court or some attorney from determining what your vehicles are worth.

An appraisal includes an assessment of condition and a determination of the fair market value of the vehicle. It provides the documentation required to justify the value during bankruptcy proceedings.

Contact us for an Appraisal

Appraisal for Bankruptcy

$250 plus travel* and tolls

An appraisal provides a value of your vehicle at the current time and in the current condition. We inspect and photograph the condition of the vehicle and collect any information from the owner that could affect its value. We then rate the vehicle on a universal scale of condition.

We assess the value of the vehicle in its current condition and prepare a formal appraisal report.

We are also available for court appearances**, if needed.

*Travel time

Travel is $75/hour by car, round trip. Travel time is $50/hour for any transportation other than driving. Parking, tolls, etc. are additional. Motels, meals, and other related overnight expenses are billed at actual cost.

**Court Appearances

Expert Witness Robert Aftel has been recognized as an expert in the Courts of Fairfax, Stafford, Prince William, Loudon, Alexandria City, Fredericksburg City, Henrico, Hanover, and Montgomery County, MD.
Nora Aftel has been recognized as an expert in the United States Bankruptcy Court, Western District of Virginia.

Court Fee Schedule Depositions / Court appearances are $300/hour for the first two hours, with a two-hour minimum. Subsequent time is $250/hour. The clock begins at the appointed hour which we are requested to appear. Cancellation fee is $300 for cancellation notice of less than 24 hours (business time) and $150 for cancellation notice of more than 24 but less than 48 hours. A cancellation notice of more than 48 hours will result in no charge.