Certified Firearm Appraisals, Now Backed by Professional Standards

Intro:

MDRF Enterprises is now officially certified by the American Gunsmithing Institute (AGI) to offer firearm appraisals aligned with USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice). These appraisals are compliant with IRS, court, and insurance standards, and available immediately.

Whether you're a family member managing an estate or an attorney filing IRS Form 706, you now have a Missouri-based option for certified, defensible firearm valuations.

🔍 Why Certification Matters in Firearm Appraisals

If you’ve ever been responsible for valuing a firearm, for probate, divorce, donation, or insurance, you know there’s a lot riding on that number.

A flawed appraisal can lead to:

• Disputes among heirs or beneficiaries

• Delays in probate or tax processing

• Rejection by courts, insurers, or the IRS

why MDRF Enterprises pursued formal certification through the American Gunsmithing Institute, completing over 80 hours of training, compliance, and documentation coursework.

This certification means every firearm appraisal we produce meets legal, court, and IRS requirements. We provide these services not just to private collectors, but also to bank trust officers and fiduciaries who need reliable, defensible documentation.

We are now recognized as an AGI Certified Firearms Appraiser.

AGI Certified Firearms Appraiser Logo

🛠️ What a Certified Firearm Appraisal Includes

Each MDRF appraisal now includes:

✅ A USPAP aligned written report

✅ Grading based on the Photo Percentage Grading System (PPGS)

✅ Fair Market Value and Marketable Cash Value

✅ Full supporting photos and documentation

✅ A signature from a certified appraiser, trained and credentialed by AGI

To understand the full process of preparing an estate for appraisal, see our Estate Firearm Checklist.

This is the level of professionalism that attorneys, executors, fiduciaries, and the IRS expect.

📑 When Do You Need a Certified Appraisal?

Our certified reports are valid for:

• Probate filings – Fair distribution of estate assets

• Divorce settlements – Accurate, court-ready valuations

• Bankruptcy proceedings – Personal net worth assessments

• Charitable donations – Required for IRS Form 8283

• Insurance coverage or claims – Documenting market or replacement value

• Expert witness cases – Defense-ready documentation

Estate attorneys and fiduciaries can also explore our full Professional Resource Hub for supporting tools, checklists, and guidance.

Whether you’re an estate attorney, trust officer, liquidator, or family member, you’ll be able to rely on MDRF for appraisal documentation that’s more than just an opinion, it’s a legally sound valuation.

🔍 What Is USPAP?

USPAP stands for the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice. It governs:

• Accuracy and methodology

• Conflict-of-interest disclosures

• Report transparency

• Legal and tax compliance

Following USPAP ensures your appraisal isn’t just an opinion, it’s a report that holds up under audit, in court, or with insurers.

You can read more about appraisal risks and myths in our guide What’s My Gun Really Worth?

Once certification is complete, MDRF appraisals will follow these standards, ensuring they’re accepted not just by clients, but by legal and financial institutions.

🎯 How We Grade Firearms: The Photo Percentage Grading System (PPGS)

We use the Photo Percentage Grading System (PPGS), featured in the 42nd and 43rd editions of the Blue Book of Gun Values.

This system allows us to evaluate firearms based on:

• Finish retention and wear

• Mechanical function

• Collector value

• Rarity and originality

This visual grading system improves consistency, supports our documentation, and ensures our appraisals are clear, fair, and replicable.

🧾 What’s Behind the Certification?

The AGI program includes:

• Real-world appraisals across estate, IRS, and litigation contexts

• Instruction on USPAP-compliant report writing

• Training in ethics, conflict disclosure, and documentation

• Proprietary forms and marketing guidelines

• Certification ID: #1152547

• Issued: August 6, 2025

📣 What’s Next for Clients & Professionals?

If you're a:

• Estate attorney preparing probate or IRS filings

• Fiduciary managing asset distributions

• Insurance agent setting replacement value

• Collector seeking a legally sound appraisal

• Family member handling inherited firearms

You now have a certified, local appraiser ready to help.

For a detailed look at our process and what sets us apart, visit our page on certified firearm appraisals to see how we deliver accurate, documented valuations that meet professional standards.

Contact us to schedule a certified appraisal or get urgent assistance for probate or insurance matters.