For attorneys, executors, and fiduciaries
Documented appraisals, orderly estate liquidation, and a clear record of every item sold, so you can settle an estate with confidence.
- USPAP appraisals by a GPPA-designated appraiser
- A settlement statement for every sale
- Real estate through SellWithZero
- Virginia firm license #1086
One partner for an estate’s personal property
Executors and fiduciaries need values they can support and a sale process they can document. We provide both, and we keep you informed at every step.
Our written appraisals are prepared to USPAP standards for estate tax, equitable distribution, and litigation, including expert witness reports and testimony. When property is sold, you receive a settlement statement showing what each lot sold for and any agreed fees.
How we help
- Estate tax and date-of-death appraisals
- Equitable distribution among heirs
- Inventory reports and appraisal reviews
- Expert witness reports and testimony
- Estate auctions and liquidation
- Cleanout and sale of the real estate
How we work with you
Share the file
Tell us about the estate, the property, and any deadline. We can work from inventories, photos, or a site visit.
Appraise what needs it
Formal written appraisals to USPAP standards for tax, distribution, or court.
Sell and document
Property is sold at auction in the open, with a settlement statement for every sale.
Talk to Jim Weigl
Jim founded Blue Box Auction Gallery in 2020, after more than a decade in the auction industry. As auctioneer and appraiser, he and the team work closely with clients, from the first conversation to the final settlement.
Questions from attorneys and fiduciaries
Can you work to a court or tax deadline?
Tell us the deadline when you first contact us. Most appraisal reports are completed within 4–6 weeks of the consultation, and we will tell you plainly whether a date is realistic.
Do you provide expert witness testimony?
Yes. Our appraisal services include expert witness reports and testimony.
How are sale proceeds reported?
You receive a settlement statement showing what each lot sold for and any agreed fees. Payment is typically issued within 30 days of the auction closing.
Can you sell the real estate as well?
Yes. Our SellWithZero program sells homes and land across Hampton Roads at auction, with zero seller commission and the closing handled by the closing attorney. See SellWithZero real estate.
How do appraisal fees work?
Fees depend on the number of items, the type of report, and the complexity of the work. We agree the fee before any work begins.
How can we help with the estate?
Request an appraisal, ask about selling the estate’s property, or send us a question. We respond to every request personally.
- USPAP-compliant written appraisals
- Clear records of every sale
- Real estate through SellWithZero
Prefer to talk? Call (757) 550-0285, Monday to Friday.
Prefer to talk? (757) 550-0285
Complimentary guides and tools
For families and the professionals who help them.
Appraisal or Valuation?
Four quick questions that tell you whether you need a written appraisal, a complimentary valuation, or both.
Settling an Estate: A Practical Guide for Families and Executors
Where to begin with a loved one's belongings and home: securing the property, taking stock, understanding value, and deciding what to keep, sell, donate, and clear.
Where to Start With an Estate
A five-question quiz for families and executors that suggests where to begin: an appraisal, an auction, an estate sale, a cleanout, or selling the home.