Become an Appraisals (Antiques & Collectibles) Expert on JustAnswer

Updated 05 April 2023 12:17

As an Appraisal Expert on JustAnswer, you can help people while earning money by answering questions online. Set your own hours and work anytime, anywhere. You’ll be able to use your expertise to help people assess the value of their collectables, antiques, coins, musical instruments, artwork, furniture, memorabilia, jewelry and more.

The JustAnswer story

In 2003, Andy Kurtzig and his wife Sara were expecting their first child and they had questions around the clock, but their doctor only had time to answer them at scheduled appointments. Coming from an entrepreneurial family, Andy built a site that connects people with professionals across 150+ categories including legal, veterinary, medical, tech and more,  24/7.

Our mission is simple, we want to help people. JustAnswer connects customers. Customers ask questions and JustAnswer matches them to the right Experts. Check out JustAnswer.

Why you’ll love being an Appraisal Expert on JustAnswer

Get paid to help people
They ask, you answer

Anywhere, anytime hours
Desktop or smartphone

Choose your workload
On your own terms

Grow your skill level
Thrive in a community

How do I answer questions on JustAnswer?

Customers post questions to the JustAnswer platform.
Experts select the questions they want to answer from a list of available questions in their specialty.
Experts chat, call, or text the customer and provide an answer. Experts also reply to any follow-ups that the customer might have.
Experts are paid for every question answered.

Examples of appraisal questions

When do I work?

As an independent contractor on JustAnswer, you can work as much as or as little as you want. There are no scheduled shifts or minimum hours requirements. Many Experts have full-time jobs or own their own businesses in their specialty, and they supplement their incomes by answering questions. Other Experts use the JustAnswer mobile app to answer questions in between consultations.

How much can I earn as an Expert?

You’re your own boss at JustAnswer! You decide how much you bring in depending on the volume of questions you choose to answer. Many Experts who answer questions at least a few days per week earn an average of $2,000 - $7,000 per month. The most active Experts earn over $10,000 per month.

Experts are paid for every question answered and are paid out monthly. In addition to per-answer earnings, Experts can earn bonuses which can add up to an additional 10-20% to monthly earnings.

Requirements to apply

Active certified or accredited membership from a national or international, reputable appraisal association, such as the ISA, ASA, IAAO , IVSC, AOA, AAA, ADAA, PADA, RICS, and IFA.

Or a degree in Fine Arts, Art History, Art Business, Contemporary Art, Fine and Decorative Art & Design, or Gemology. Plus, a minimum 2 years' relevant employment (e.g. appraiser, auctioneer, curator, museum relations, instrument designer or maker).

Or at least 5 years of relevant employment without a degree or certification.

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What Appraisal Experts are saying about JustAnswer

"I have been having too much fun working with JustAnswer! Since I’m retired, I have ALL this free time. I found out about JustAnswer on YouTube and thought what the heck I’ll give it a try and now I can’t stop answering questions. It makes me feel so good knowing I’m helping people especially when they truly thank me. I have already recommended JustAnswer to several of my retired and working friends."

— Sheri, Appraisal Expert on JustAnswer since 2021

“It’s [JustAnswer] the perfect place for me. I love the challenge of questions, flexible work schedules, awesome support, and team members... It's very interesting to see other people's treasures and helping them in determining the value or provenance of their items. It's also refreshing to know I have helped someone who thought something that was just ordinary turn out to be valuable, whether historical or monetary.”

— Tonyaa33, Appraisal Expert on JustAnswer since 2021