Our Core Values
Personal property appraisers are committed to integrity, objectivity, and professional competency in every valuation assignment. We provide independent, well-supported opinions of value grounded in credible research, recognized methodology, and clear analysis. Through confidentiality, transparency, and diligent practice, we produce accurate and defensible appraisal reports that serve the intended use and uphold public trust in the appraisal profession.
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Integrity
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Objectivity
Competency
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Credibility
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Confidentiality
Stephanie A. Daugherty, MA, GIA GG, ISA CAPP, is a certified personal property appraiser and founder of Specialty Asset Appraisals LLC. She holds a Master of Arts in Museum Professions with a concentration in collections management and is the only ISA appraiser in the United States and Canada to hold a Graduate Gemologist diploma alongside accredited specialties in both Fine Art and Antiques, Furnishings, and Decorative Arts.
Her appraisal reports are prepared in full compliance with the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and the International Society of Appraisers’ reporting standards, supported by extensive museum, curatorial, and appraisal experience serving individuals, estates, insurers, museums, and nonprofit organizations.
Stephanie currently serves as Director of Education for the International Society of Appraisers. She is also an instructor for the Antiques, Furnishings and Decorative Art specialty course and the Core Course in Appraisals Studies. She has received the ISA Distinguished Service Award in recognition of her leadership, teaching, and contributions to professional appraisal education.