Description
Total Loss Appraisal & Guidance Services
Empower Your Total Loss Claim
Navigating a total loss claim can be daunting. Ryckman Appraisals is here to illuminate your path to a fair settlement. Our tailored Total Loss Appraisal & Guidance Service equips you with a robust appraisal and strategic insights for initiating your counter-offer, all designed to ensure you’re not at a disadvantage in your claim.
Our Service Breakdown:
Total Loss Appraisal
- Overview: Conduct a detailed appraisal of your total loss vehicle, utilizing extensive market research to ascertain its true pre-accident value.
- Outcome: You’ll receive a comprehensive appraisal report, serving as a crucial piece of evidence in asserting the fair market value of your vehicle.
Limited Guidance for Counter-Offer
- Overview: Provide initial guidance on how to leverage our appraisal in your counter-offer to the insurance company’s settlement proposal.
- Outcome: Equip you with the foundational knowledge to confidently initiate negotiations, using our appraisal to anchor your claim.
Additional Support (Upon Request):
- Lengthy Negotiation Assistance: In cases where insurer stubbornness prolongs negotiations, we offer specialized support at $120 per hour. This service is tailored for clients needing extended advocacy to navigate complex negotiation landscapes.
- Free Appraisal Adjustments: Should any errors be identified in our initial appraisal, adjustments will be made promptly at no additional cost, ensuring the integrity and accuracy of your claim foundation.
Investment & Payment:
The Total Loss Appraisal & Guidance Service is available for a flat fee. We accept a variety of safe and secure payment methods, including PayPal Business, Apple Pay, Venmo, cash, or check. Our fees are tax deductible under IRS Form 4684 (Casualties and Thefts). Additionally, we can collaborate directly with your attorney to potentially have these costs expensed to your claim or the liable party.
Our Commitment to Standards:
Adhering to the Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice (USPAP) and Maryland COMAR Title 31, we ensure our services meet the highest professional and ethical standards. This commitment underscores our dedication to protecting and advancing our clients’ interests.
Begin the Process:
Don’t navigate your total loss claim alone. Let Ryckman Appraisals arm you with an expert appraisal and the guidance needed to embark on your counter-offer journey. Our expertise is your leverage in securing the settlement you rightly deserve.

