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May Meeting: 21st Century Geopolitics James McGann, Ph.D., Director of the Think Tanks and Civil Societies Program at the University of Pennsylvania will talk about "The Second World is Coming: Are You Ready?" at the May Chapter Meeting on Wednesday, May 16 at 6:30 pm at the Doubletree Guest Suites in Plymouth Meeting, PA. Details on the Calendar.

Appraisals Inside and Out Robert M. Haas, Jr., Chapter 35 President, says: An appraiser’s work not only informs about "what" is the value of valuable or valued property of all types; it explains "how and why" value exists, thereby enabling clients to better understand and more effectively benefit from their property. An ASA-credentialed appraiser can satisfy appraisal requirements for a variety of purposes, including charitable giving; financial reporting; a sale, acquisition or financing; taxes; litigation support; insurance, etc. An appraiser's work product and the entire appraisal process materially benefit where the client is equally dedicated to providing complete and accurate information about the circumstances of the assets to be appraised, and where adequate lead-time is afforded the appraiser to perform their work. In initial discussions, the appraiser will discuss with the client such matters as the standard of value to apply (e.g., fair market value, fair value, market value, etc.); the significance of the effective date of valuation; whether the value is premised upon a controlling or less-than-controlling interest, and the scope of work product necessary to fulfill the client's objectives, among other subjects. The decisions made on all such topics are critical for the client to understand as they will significantly affect the appraiser's activities and conclusions.

Welcome to the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Society of Appraisers!

Leading Appraisal Organization
The American Society of Appraisers is the nation's oldest and largest interdisciplinary appraisal organization. Founded in 1936, the ASA includes specialists in all types of tangible and intangible property, both real and personal.

Serving Pennsylvania and New Jersey
The Philadelphia Chapter (Chapter 35) of the American Society of Appraisers represents accredited ASA members serving the greater Philadelphia region spanning Pennsylvania, New Jersey and Delaware.

Many Fields and Specialities
Our members provide appraisals in the disciplines of Business Valuation, Gems and Jewelry, Machinery and Technical Specialties, Personal Property and Real Property (Real Estate).

Why Choose An ASA-Accredited Appraiser?

George C Hoez, Sr. ASA:  2011 Sinclair Award Winner!

The 2011 George D. Sinclair Professionalism Award was presented to Philadelphia Chapter member, George C Hoez, Sr., ASA by Chapter President Robert M. Haas, Jr. (left) at the Chapter's September 21 meeting. The Award, which was created in 2003 by the Philadelphia Chapter, recognizes an individual -- not necessarily a Chapter member -- whose actions have enhanced the appraisal profession. President of the Croydon, PA K&A Appraisal Company, George appraises commercial and residential real estate in Bucks, Chester, Delaware, Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties. A long-time ASA member, he also holds IRWA and MAI designations. As the 2011 recipient of the Sinclair Award, George C Hoez is both honored by and does honor to the award.

Susan Golashovsky Earns Fourth Designation: Antiques and Decorative Arts

There are many reasons to choose an ASA accredited appraiser, including the ASA's high standards for experience, ethics, and education. Exemplifying those standards is Susan M. Golashovsky, ASA, a personal property appraiser who has served ASA in many capacities -- she is currently Vice-Chair of the International Personal Property Committee and Chair of the International Ethics Committee -- and has served the clients of her eponymous Doylestown, PA appraisal consultancy for over twenty years. Ms. Golashovsky, who holds a Winterthur Museum certificate in American Material Culture, appreciates the value of education, having earned accreditation in multiple specialities. To her tested designations in Residential Contents-General, American Folk Art and Antique Furniture, Ms. Golashovsky has just added a fourth in Antiques & Decorative Arts, raising the bar for standards!

Rochelle Eisenberg Tells "How to be a Savvy Collector"

Rochelle Eisenberg at Jasna Polana with the principals of Princeton Global Asset Management: Paul Gerard, CEO; Adolf Herst, President; Joel Heymsfeld, CIO; Walter Russyk, COO and Daniel Goldman, MD/Business Development.

Personal property appraiser Rochelle Eisenberg, ASA visited Jasna Polana, the former Johnson family estate in Princeton, NJ, where she told Princeton Global Asset Management clients "How to be a Savvy Collector." Rochelle discussed the aspects of collecting and emphasized the need for insurance based on a current replacement value appraisal. The presentation was well received. "Rochelle is a valuable asset and wonderful representative for your organization," wrote PGAM principal Daniel Goldman in a congratulatory follow-up. "I am truly impressed!"

Luceno Earns Coveted FASA Designation

Samuel F. Luceno was recently elected into the College of Fellows of the American Society of Appraisers, and was awarded the coveted Fellow Accredited Senior Appraiser (FASA) designation. Fellowship is the highest honor bestowed by the Society on a member and recognizes the professionalism and invaluable contributions the member has made. Earning the FASA makes Mr. Luceno one of a small, select group of Members that currently hold this honor. A member since 1985, he had previously been designated as an Accredited Senior Appraiser (ASA) with the Society having earned accredidation in both Urban Real Porperty and Machinery & Equipment. The new Fellow said recently "ASA ... enables me to grow both professionally through its educational programs and associations with other appraisal professionals in all disciplines, and personally through my involvement in the chapter, discipline,and national arenas."

Award Winning Chapter (Again)

At the ASA International Appraisal Conference held in Orlando, FL in July 2009, The Philadelphia Chapter won the Best Chapter Directory Award, and received Honorable Mention for Best Chapter Public Relations Award. In previous years, the Chapter won Best Chapter and Best Mentor Program Awards.

Chapter Supports George Sinclair Fund

At a time when true heroes and great leaders are hard to find, the Philadelphia Chapter is fortunate to have had among its members George D. Sinclair, FASA (1925-2005), whose example continues to inspire. To carry on George's tradition of generous mentoring, the Chapter established a George Sinclair Memorial International Education Fund in 2006, making the initial contribution. The Fund, which is administered by ASA, provides tuition assistance to qualified international applicants, including most recently to Machinery & Technical Specialties Candidate, David Mbindyo of Kenya.

This year, with the economy making scholarships more important than ever, the Philadelphia Chapter is pleased to announce a grant-in-aid to the George Sinclair Fund of $750.

Past Regional Governor J. Mark Penny, ASA of Hempstead & Co., Inc. in Somerdale, New Jersey has also made a generous contribution, donating the $250 honorarium he received for conducting the recent USPAP Update Course.

ASA members and the public are encouraged to support the fund too. Donations to the George F. Sinclair, FASA International Studies Fund can be sent payable to "ASA Chapter 35" to ASA-Philadelphia, 8 Terrace Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462, or payable to "ASAEF" to ASA Educational Foundation, 555 Herndon Parkway, Suite 125, Herndon, VA 20170.