To see how an event is conducted, visit YouTube through this link for “Mark Moran antique appraisals“.
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Need a house call?
Yes, I am available to make home visits for people with big things, or fragile things (or a lot of things). House calls are $75 an hour and there is no mileage charge if within 10 miles of the appraisal event site on the day of a program. A special visit not connected to an appraisal event would have a mileage charge of $.50 a mile. To arrange, call 715-281-5060 or email moranm1953@gmail.com.
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I realize every host has different needs and guidelines they must follow. Some prefer to use a presenter’s fee without charging their patrons, but many take advantage of the revenue-sharing formula I use, which returns money to the event host. Some also partner with their own “Friends” group in fundraising.
If you are weighing plans for fundraisers, holiday events, or just a great community program, I hope you’ll consider an Antique Appraisal Event.
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As the author of more than 25 books on antiques and collectibles (and a former guest expert on Antiques Roadshow), I can offer a program of entertainment and education. A basic event has a goal of 40 objects to be appraised. Whether using a presenter’s fee or revenue sharing, the 40-item goal simply allows the host to be certain the program can be completed in 3 hours, but the more items, the better the return. I’ll stay as long as folks have things for me to examine when revenue sharing is used.
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The presenter’s fee for the basic 40-item event is $400 plus a $50 travel fee, and $10 for each extra appraisal.
If a presenter’s fee is not used, the revenue-sharing formula is $15 per item. Multiplied by 40, this equals $600. This is divided between myself ($400, plus a $50 travel fee) and the host organization ($150). Events with more than 40 items are also possible (and welcome!)
This revenue-sharing formula has been in place since 2011, but (allowing for inflation) if you feel your community will accept a $20 appraisal fee, the split would be $10 each, host and appraiser.
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The host receives:
An event agreement outlining all categories for appraisal;
A database for signing up those in attendance;
All promotional text, including a mug shot to distribute to local media, and I contact media outlets to promote the program.
If this sounds like an event you would be interested in hosting, please contact me at your earliest convenience.
Sincerely,
Mark F. Moran
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Mark F. Moran Appraisals of Antiques & Fine Art
N7326 Maple Ridge Trail
Iola, Wis. 54945
715-281-5060
Mark F. Moran Appraisals of Antiques & Fine Art 