OUR STORY
Six Decades of Excellence in Evaluation
OUR MISSION
If value can be inferred, it can be measured. If it can be measured, it can be improved.
"Omnia Mensura" — All Things Measured
COMPANY HISTORY
Foundation
Central Appraisals, Ltd. founded by Edward G. Tharpe in Hollywood, California. Our mission: to weigh all things equally and determine worth, value, and truth.
Family Office Partnerships
Central Appraisals becomes the trusted partner for families requiring discretion in matters of estate, legacy, and succession planning.
Expansion of Services
The introduction of Individual Appraisal services, as led by Central Appraisals' in-house Director of Individual Services, Bernadette Zwick, MD Ph.D., cements Central Appraisals as the industry leader in personnel and human capital assessment.
Modernization
Investment in advanced computational systems enables more thorough analysis while maintaining our commitment to personalized service.
Operational Restructuring
Transition to consultant-based staffing model. Core operations continue without interruption. Mr. Tharpe remains actively involved in all significant appraisals.
Continuing Our Legacy
Nearly six decades of unbroken service. Central Appraisals continues to honor the methodologies established by our founder while embracing selective modernization.
OUR PHILOSOPHY
The principles that guide every evaluation
- Objectivity — We assess without sentiment
- Discretion — Your evaluation remains confidential
- Thoroughness — Every detail is documented
- Accuracy — Our methods are continuously refined
- Permanence — Results are filed indefinitely
VISITING CENTRAL APPRAISALS
- 📋 Most appointments last an hour for initial evaluation
- 📋 Bring any documentation you have (receipts, provenance, previous appraisals)
- 📋 Our appraisers will examine items and discuss preliminary findings
- 📋 Full written reports typically delivered within one week
- 📋 All appraisals meet USPAP (Uniform Standards of Professional Appraisal Practice) requirements
- 📋 Convenient Hollywood location with free and street parking
Walk-ins no longer accepted. Call ahead for guaranteed service.
SCHEDULE YOUR EVALUATION
Discover your true value. Our comprehensive assessment process provides clarity and direction.
Assessment requires valid invitation code. Contact us if you have not received yours.