Professional Farm Equipment Appraisals
Experienced. Independent. Thorough.
Brad Lester provides professional farm equipment appraisal services throughout Kentucky, Tennessee, Indiana, and Illinois. Each appraisal is completed with careful research, sound methodology, and a commitment to delivering a fair, well-supported valuation.

About Brad Lester
Brad Lester has more than 20 years of experience in the farm equipment industry and is an accredited appraiser with the American Society of Farm Equipment Appraisers.
As an accredited appraiser, Brad follows the Society’s professional standards and strict code of ethics. Every assignment is approached objectively to provide clients and other involved parties with an accurate, impartial assessment of value.
The Appraisal Process
Each appraisal begins with determining the appropriate type of valuation for the assignment. Brad then inspects the equipment, researches comparable sales and relevant market information, and evaluates each individual piece of machinery.
Once the research and valuation are complete, the client receives a professional appraisal report documenting the findings.
When Is an Equipment Appraisal Needed?
A professional farm equipment appraisal can provide reliable documentation for a variety of financial, legal, and business needs, including:
- Bankruptcy proceedings
- Divorce and estate settlements
- Loan collateral
- Purchasing or selling farm machinery
- Insurance documentation
- Lawsuits and legal proceedings
- Charitable contributions
- Tax audits
