The used vehicle market in February 2026 is showing solid resilience and hints of early seasonal strength, defying some typical mid-winter slowdowns as we move toward the end of the month. Recent industry data points to steady wholesale value gains, rising auction participation, and focused demand on newer, high-quality stock—trends
Are Low-Mileage Cars Always The Best Choice? (PDF) One of the most difficult aspects of buying a used car is figuring out how much it might cost. Mileage is an important thing to consider since it influences how much the car will be worth – so many people think
Diminished Value Story – Appraisal Engine Video Script: Alice is driving her beautiful new car when all of a sudden Eric who’s distracted rear ends her! Oh no! Alice’s new car is now damaged. Eric’s insurance company gives Alice money to fix her car Now Alice goes to sell her
Golfein Claims Management is a company that helps lessors recover the loss in value (Diminished Value) sustained by leased vehicles in operation. This, in theory, is a legitimate goal, however, the methods used by Goldfein are often misleading and bordering on unethical. This post is to expose the potential bad
Appraisal Engine releases its annual report: More than 11,200 retail customers served. Appraisal Engine Inc., the highest-ranked vehicle valuation firm in the southern U.S., is celebrating a record year of helping consumers earn their rightful compensation from insurance carriers. In 2017, Appraisal Engine received assignments from more than 11,200 accident
In the US drivers may be behind the wheel of more than 325,000 previously flooded vehicles. List of US States with the most flooded vehicles still on the roads. Texas 51,000 Louisiana 29,000 Pennsylvania 20,000 Florida 19,000 Kentucky 16,000 Illinois 16,000 South Carolina 13,000 Virginia 13,000 North Carolina 13,000 Michigan
Appraisal Engine Inc is now Offering Total Loss Claim Reviews for Flooded Vehicles in Houston. With hundreds of thousands of flood-damaged cars declared a total loss by insurance carriers as a result of Hurricane Harvey, Houston’s top-rated car appraisal company offers a service that helps claimants receive fair settlements. Among Hurricane
As tax season approaches and with all the advertising about tax savings one wonders about all the tax forms and deductions available for ordinary citizens. Today, we’re looking at IRS form 4684, casualties and thefts. IRS Tax Form 4684 (pdf) IRS Tax Form 4684 Instructions The Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
Diminished Value of Georgia, the number one automobile appraisal company in the southeast, will sponsor and exhibit at the Georgia Trial Lawyers Association’s Auto Torts Workshop this summer. The event is happening at the Omni Amelia Island Plantation in Amelia Island, Florida on July 28 through 30. GTLA Auto Torts
[schema type=”product” name=”17C FORMULA” description=”diminished value formula 17c” ] DV-17C-FORMULA-CALCULATOR-EXCEL Diminished Value Worksheet Claim Number Claim Rep / Date Vehicle Owner Year/Make/Model Mileage NADA Value Step 1. Base Loss of Value (10% of NADA value above) $0.00 Step 2. Damage Severity Modifier 0.00 Modifier Extent of Damage 1.00 Severe damage to the structure of the vehicle 0.75 Major damage to the structure and panels 0.50 Moderate damage to
Our company appraises dozens of vehicles every week, below is a list of the top 5 appraised vehicles. #1 Nissan Altima Average Mileage: 48K Average Damage amount: $5,500 Average Loss in Value: $2,200 #2 Honda Odyssey Average Mileage: 36K Average Damage amount : $8,500 Average Loss in Value: $4,000 #3 Toyota
Note: this article is intended for 3rd party claims only (against other party). On 1st party claims, the policy asks for an independent appraiser, usually somebody that is a licensed professional not a car dealer. As long as the conditions below are met, a car dealer would be an acceptable
Would you rather collect 80% of an accurate appraisal or 20% of an inflated one? Many clients believe that if another appraiser gives them a higher initial estimate that they will collect that amount. Insurance companies know who the legitimate appraisers are, so don’t get caught up in the estimate
2010 Jaguar XF Premium 4D Sedan VIN: SAJWA0GB0A UVC: 2010460048 VIN + UVC: SAJWA0GBA048 MSRP: $56,150 Finance Advance: $29,975 Model Number: 9510 Price Includes: AT AC LTH SR Adj. State: Georgia Mileage: 62,414 Mileage Cat: E Residual Months Value 12 $24,550 24 $21,025 30 $19,400 36 $17,775 42 $16,225
Vehicle Info For 2012 Honda CR-V EX-L 4D SUV FWD 2012 HONDA CR-V EX-L MSRP: $27,245 VIN: 5J6RM3H72CL005700 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $20,625 UVC: 2012360146 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $28,325 MPG: 23/31 Mileage Cat: B Tire Size: 225/65R17 Weight: 3408 Cylinders: 4 Base HP: 185 @ 7000
Diminished Value Law in North Carolina NORTH CAROLINA GENERAL STATUTE 20-279.21(D1) [maxbutton id=”3″] § 20-279.21. “Motor vehicle liability policy” defined. (a) A “motor vehicle liability policy” as said term is used in this Article shall mean an owner’s or an operator’s policy of liability insurance, certified as provided in G.S.
1995 Chevrolet Camaro 2dr Sport Coupe 6-cyl. 207cid/160hp SFI MSRP: $14,250 VIN: 2G1FP22S3S2197871 Adj. State: National Fin Adv: $1,625 UVC: 1995160024 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $0 MPG: 17/26 Mileage Cat: B Tire Size: 215/60R16 Weight: 3251 Cylinders: 6 Base HP: Fuel Type: Gas Transmission: M Taxable HP: 31.5 Wheelbase:
UPDATE: DVGA has been voted one of the Best Of 2016 winners! Now 5 years in a row. (Jan 22, 2017) Atlanta-based Diminished Value of Georgia voted Best of 2015 on Kudzu (Jan 26, 2015) 4 years in a row! ATLANTA (January 29, 2015) – Diminished Value of Georgia, Atlanta’s
2014 Honda Accord Sport 4D Sedan MSRP: $24,515 VIN: 1HGCR2F54EA245520 Adj. State: Georgia Fin Adv: $19,150 UVC: 2014360183 Mileage: 0 Equip Ret: $26,305 MPG: 26/35 Mileage Cat: C Tire Size: 235/45R18 Weight: 3342 Cylinders: 4 Base HP: 189 @ 6400 Fuel Type: Gas Transmission: A Taxable HP: 18.7
Would you rather collect 80% of an accurate appraisal or 20% of an inflated one?
Many clients believe that if another appraiser gives them a higher initial estimate, the settlement amount will be equally high. WRONG!
Insurance companies know who the legitimate appraisers are, so don't get caught up in the estimate game. Hire an appraiser based on their credentials and reputation.
Seven things to look for when choosing an appraisal company
