John Goodwin are RICS approved valuers and we are very experienced in providing professional valuation reports to assist with probate and other matters.

We can value the entire contents of a house including fine art, jewellery, watches, antique furniture and works of art, contemporary art and design, specialist collectables, silver, vehicles and household items.

We understand the importance of carrying out valuations at a sensitive time, where speed is often of the essence and we provide a bound valuation taking into consideration any potential taxation implications.

We work closely with our residential valuation team to deal with all aspects of any date of death valuation requirements meaning we can deal with both the valuation of personal effects and all types of property.

Inheritance tax (probate) valuations

‘Open market’ valuations are provided to assist with probate matters in accordance with section 160 of the inheritance tax act of 1984.

Typically items having a value of £300 or greater are detailed individually with the remaining items assessed on the ‘global’ basis.

Where required we are happy to assist with identification of specific bequests.

A detailed inspection of the chattels will need to be undertaken however it is not normally necessary to prepare a detailed schedule.

A fully researched valuation report can be provided in order to assist with the application for grant of probate.

The team at John Goodwin are able to provide a professional valuation service for private clients, solicitors, executors and trustees.

Executors and solicitors who wish to use our full service are able to place into auction the saleable items from an estate.

We can arrange collection of the items and place them in the appropriate auction.

Our full and varied sales calendar includes Fine Art & Antiques auctions, regular general collective and interiors sales, and specialist auctions including Toy and Transport sales, Hi Fi, alcohol, stamps, silver and jewellery and many other specialisations

We can provide advice and can make arrangements for removal and safe storage of valuable items.

We can also arrange the efficient and cost effective clearance and disposal of any remaining items that may be unsuitable for auction sale.

Our aim is to make the whole process seamless, straightforward and cost effective.

Family division and private sale

We understand that in certain circumstances valuations are needed for the division of furniture and effects within a family or for the sale of specific items perhaps when moving home.

We are able to offer a tailored valuation service to assist with your requirements.