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Overview
Absolute Auctions & Realty is known and respected nationally for our knowledge and experience. We work as an organized team to see that our clients receive the personal attention and detail they deserve. Our Appraisal Team performs evaluations on a daily basis and our specialists are trained to give accurate assessments on virtually anything. Some of our more frequent appraisal requests include:
- Antiques
- Collectibles
- Family Heirlooms
- Furnishings
- Artwork
- Vehicles
Appraisals determine the value of personal property for different purposes: estate resolution, insurance assessments, donation or gift valuation, property liquidation, fair market value estimation, and replacement cost. In many of these instances, certified appraisal reports are recommended and/or requested by an attorney.
Our appraisal service includes the following:
- We will set an appointment for an appraiser to meet with you at your convenience.
- The appraisal will be charged at an hourly rate. Great care is taken to complete the appraisal within a reasonable and efficient timeframe.
- At the conclusion of the evaluation, we will compile the appraiser’s notations and catalog the information into our appraisal database.
- The report will be printed, reviewed and certified with the appraiser’s signature. It will include a description and opinion of value for your property.
- You, or a recipient designated by you, will receive a bound copy of your certified written report by mail in a timely manner. We will also include two additional copies to be given to your attorney, your insurance company, your accountant or anyone else of your choosing.
For further information or to schedule an appraisal, call (845) 635-3169 from Monday-Friday between 9am and 4pm or email us anytime.
Appraiser Profiles
| Robert A. Doyle, CAI, ISA, CAGA: |
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Principal Auctioneer/Appraiser at Absolute Auctions & Realty, Rob is a certified Appraiser, certified Auctioneer and Real Estate Broker. He is a graduate of the International Auction School and the Certified Auctioneers Institute. Rob had dedicated his life to the auctioneering profession and has served as the 50th President of the National Auctioneers Association, Past President of the New York State Auctioneers Association, and Past President of the New York City Auctioneers Association.
Education:
- Certified Appraisers Guild of America
Raytown, Missouri
Graduated January 1998
Designated Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America (CAGA)
- International Society of Appraisers
Seattle, Washington
Core Courses, 1986-88
- Certified Auctioneers Institute
Overland Park, Kansas
3 year Designation Program 1985-87
- Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY
Real Estate Broker
License received June 1988
Real Estate Salesperson
License received October 1984
- International Auction School
South Deerfield, Massachusetts
Diploma issued 1982
- Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY 1969-71
Career Experience:
- 1998-99 50th President of the National Auctioneers Association
Past President of the New York State Auctioneers Association
Past President of the New York City Auctioneers Association
- 1988 to Present
Owner and Principal Auctioneer
Absolute Auctions & Realty, Inc.
Pleasant Valley, New York
- Co-Founded Doyle Auctioneers & Appraisers in 1980
Fishkill, NY
- Licensed Real Estate broker in NY, NJ and CT
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| Susan A. Doyle, CAI, ISA, President: |
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Principal Real Estate Broker, President of Absolute Auctions & Realty, Inc. Sue is both a certified Appraiser and an Auctioneer. A graduate of the International Auction School and the Certified Auctioneers Institute, Sue is a Past President of the New York State Auctioneers Association and has served on the NYSAA Board for more than 6 years. Sue has also served on the National Auctioneers Association Board of Directors.
Education:
- Certified Auctioneers Institute
Overland Park, Kansas
3 year Designation Program 1993-95
- International Society of Appraisers
Seattle, Washington
Certified in 1988
- Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY
Real Estate Broker
License received June 1988
Real Estate Salesperson
License received October 1984
- Marist College
Poughkeepsie, NY
Real Estate Broker
License received June 1988
Real Estate Salesperson
License received October 1984
- International Auction School
South Deerfield, Massachusetts
Diploma Issued 1983
- Dutchess Community College
Poughkeepsie, NY 1970-72
Career Experience:
- 2002-2005, Board of Directors, National Auctioneers Association
- 1999-2000, President, New York State Auctioneers Association
- 2000-2001, Chairman of the Board, NYSAA
- 2001 New York State Auctioneer of the Year
- NYSAA Board Member
- National Auctioneers Association Board Member
- 1988 to Present
Owner and President
Absolute Auctions & Realty, Inc.
Pleasant Valley, New York
- Co-Founded Doyle Auctioneers & Appraisers in 1980Fishkill, NY
- Licensed Real Estate broker in NY, NJ and CT
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Real Estate Coordinator, Certified Appraiser, Auctioneer, Licensed Real Estate Professional and Certified NYS Real Estate Instructor. A graduate of the Missouri Auction School, Frank is a Past-President and Chairman of the New York State Auctioneers Association. He also served on the National Auctioneers Association Public Relations Committee and was recently a round table discussion facilitator.
Education:
- Missouri Auction School
Kansas City, Missouri
Diploma issued July 1996
- Certified Appraisers Guild of America
Raytown, Missouri
Graduated January 1998
Designated Member of Certified Appraisers Guild of America (CAGA)
- Hudson Valley Real Estate School
Newburgh, New York
Real Estate Salesperson
Certificate issued September 1997
- Masters of Science, Education
New Paltz, NY
Degree Confirmed May 1989
Career Experience:
- 2005 Chairman of the New York State Auctioneers Association
- 2004-2005
President of the New York State Auctioneers Association
- 1999-2005
New York State Auctioneers Association
Member Board of Directors
Public Relations Committee Chairperson
- September 1995 to Present
Absolute Auctions &Realty, Inc.
Pleasant Valley, New York
Real Estate Coordinator and Auctioneer
- April 1994 through August 1995
Orange County Auction Service
Middletown, New York
Assistant Gallery Manager and Auctioneer
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Appraisal Frequently Asked Questions
 Why would I need to hire an appraiser?
An appraiser serves three primary purposes: to identify property, to determine the value of the property and to act as a witness to the property. One or all of these factors will be relevant if your property needs to be replaced, transfers ownership or becomes part of a court settlement. Are your appraisers certified?
Yes, all of our appraisers are Certified Appraisers Guild of America (CAGA) certified. Robert A. Doyle and Susan A. Doyle are also certified by the International Society of Appraisers (ISA).
How will you determine the value of my property?
Although our appraisers have a wealth of knowledge and experience to draw from, we will often employ several additional methods of analysis to help ensure accuracy. For example, we often research values using specialty books or a variety of Internet resources. We also review appraisal records of similar items. If available, we take into consideration any provenance or documentation accompanying the item. In many instances, using a combination of these methods will prove the best way to determine the value of the item.
Is there a difference between the insurance value and the fair market value of my property?
Yes. The insurance value usually represents the cost of replacing the property with items of like kind or quality. The fair market value is the price for which an item will be sold on the open market by a willing seller to a willing buyer. If you are seeking an insurance value appraisal, it is important to keep in mind that the appraisal does not change the value of the property itself; therefore, overinflating its value may result in unnecessarily high insurance premiums. The best insurance appraisal is one with an accurate, detailed description and a realistic assessment of the appropriate amount of insurance coverage needed. For this reason, Absolute Auctions & Realty performs appraisals using the fair market value method.
Can you send my copy of the appraisal directly to my attorney?
Upon your request, we will send a copy of the insurance appraisal to whomever you designate.
Do you also do real estate appraisals?
No, while we are licensed real estate brokers in New York, New Jersey and Connecticut, we are not certified real estate appraisers.
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