Reliable and on-schedule reports for fairground/showmen's equipment, temporary structures and motor vehicles – throughout Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium.
A professional valuation report – also called a market value appraisal – is an official written document that establishes the economic value of an object as of a specific date in a binding and verifiable manner. It is prepared by an independent expert and has recognised evidential value in many legal, financial and insurance-related contexts.
Unlike a simple estimate or an online calculator, a valuation report is based on a personal inspection of the object, a thorough market analysis and the application of recognised valuation methods. The result is a documented, verifiable value – reliable towards authorities, banks, courts and insurers.
Typical contents of a valuation report:
We have dedicated, detailed pages for the two main areas. Choose yours:
Depending on the purpose of the report, a different value is determined. The most important terms at a glance.
The price that could be achieved in the ordinary course of business in an open-market sale as of the valuation date. Decisive for purchases, sales, inheritance and court proceedings.
The costs that would be incurred to acquire an equivalent object on the market. Particularly relevant for the correct sum insured – a value that is too low leads to underinsurance and financial losses in the event of a claim.
The actual cash value taking into account age, wear and condition – i.e. the replacement value minus a deduction for age and condition. Frequently the basis for claims settlements.
The cost of manufacturing an identical, new object at the current valuation date. Frequently used as the starting point for calculating the current value.
A conservatively assessed, sustainably achievable value that serves banks as a basis for lending decisions. It is usually below the current market value and takes long-term value stability into account.
For commercially used objects, the value is calculated on the basis of future achievable income (e.g. rental income or operating profits). Relevant for business and investment valuations.
A valuation report follows clear steps: commissioning, agreeing on the purpose of the valuation, inspection and documentation of the object. This is followed by market analysis, value determination and delivery of the signed report.
You describe your situation and the object. Together we determine the purpose of the valuation (insurance, sale, court etc.) and the appropriate type of value.
The expert personally inspects the object, checks its technical condition, equipment and special features – everything is documented photographically and in writing.
On the basis of comparable prices, current market data and recognised valuation methods, the value of the object as of the valuation date is determined and derived.
The finished, reliable and on-schedule report is issued with the signature of the independent expert and is recognised by authorities, courts and insurers.
A valuation report creates clarity in many situations and protects against financial losses.
A valuation report ensures that your object is covered with the correct sum insured. Without up-to-date proof, insurers often apply an underinsurance deduction in the event of a claim – you then receive less than the actual damage. The report should be in place before the damage occurs.
A valuation report determines the actual market value at the time of the transaction. It protects buyers from overpaying and gives sellers a sound basis for negotiation. At the same time, it serves as a neutral basis for objectively justifying price expectations and avoiding disputes.
Banks and credit institutions generally require an up-to-date valuation report before lending against an object. Whether fairground equipment, temporary structure or vehicle – for financing purposes a professional report is often indispensable. Without it, financing requests are frequently rejected or approved on unfavourable terms.
In cases of inheritance and gifts, the tax office assigns a value – often without regard to the actual condition. An independent valuation report can correct this assessment and reduce the tax burden in a legally secure manner. It protects against an excessive valuation and possible back payments.
In divorce proceedings, inheritance disputes, divisions of assets or claims for damages, a qualified valuation report is recognised evidence. Courts rely on the objective assessment of an independent expert. Without a report, the value remains disputed and proceedings take longer.
In the event of a claim, the value of an object is often contested between owner and insurer. A valuation report prepared in advance fixes the value immutably and speeds up settlement considerably. It prevents arbitrary deductions and secures your legitimate claims.
Temporary structures ("Fliegende Bauten") – i.e. all relocatable structural installations such as rides, tents, circus tents, show and event structures or funfair attractions – are among the most demanding objects to value. As an expert office we have many years of expertise and specialised knowledge in the field of temporary structures and vehicles that goes far beyond general valuation knowledge. We know the particularities of this market, the relevant manufacturers, typical price developments and the technical and regulatory requirements – including the international showman trade in Germany, the Netherlands and Belgium.
This expertise is crucial: the value of a fairground attraction depends not only on its technical condition, but also on its year of construction, manufacturer, operating hours, conversions, extensions and modernisations, transportability, official approvals and the current demand situation on the showman market.
Our experts prepare professional valuation reports for fairground equipment and vehicles throughout Germany as well as in the Netherlands and Belgium – reliably and on schedule, even at short notice.
For motor vehicles, in addition to the general condition, the valuation is based above all on market price analyses, mileage, accident documentation, service records and specific equipment features. Especially for vehicles with individual conversions, special bodies or commercial use, standard valuation tools are not sufficient.
A professional vehicle report is a prerequisite for correct insurance classification, classic car registration or financing purposes with banks and leasing companies – and protects both buyers and sellers from bad investments.
Mobile living is becoming increasingly important – whether as a second home, permanent residence or leisure vehicle. Motorhomes, caravans, living trailers, mobile homes and tiny houses place special demands on valuation, as they combine characteristics of vehicle, real-estate and special-construction valuation.
The value depends on a large number of individual factors: year of construction, manufacturer, layout and equipment, technical condition, individual conversions and modifications, location and transportability, and current demand on the mobile living market. Standard valuations regularly fall short here – a professional valuation report by an independent expert provides the necessary reliability.
Valuation reports for this group of objects are particularly relevant for insurance, financing purposes, buying and selling, and in cases of inheritance and division of assets – because without reliable proof of the actual value, disputes quickly arise.
An estimate is a subjective assessment without further substantiation. A professional valuation report, on the other hand, follows recognised valuation methods, is fully documented, verifiably derived and signed by an independent expert – making it legally reliable.
A valuation report applies exactly as of the stated valuation date. Since market prices change – especially for fairground equipment and vehicles – an older report loses relevance. Insurers and credit institutions usually require a report that is no older than 3–5 years.
Ideally before a claim, a sale or a legal dispute occurs. Especially for temporary structures, fairground equipment and special vehicles, an up-to-date report before damage occurs is crucial to avoid later disputes over the sum insured.
In many cases, yes – for example if the report was commissioned in connection with an inheritance, a business valuation, financing purposes or another tax-relevant matter. Individual tax advice is nevertheless recommended.
We will be happy to prepare a tailor-made valuation report for your fairground attraction or motor vehicle. Contact us – we will advise you competently and without obligation.