Precious Metals Valuation Services

Fair Market Valuators provides fully independent third-party Fair Market Value (FMV) reports for alternative assets held in self-directed IRAs, qualified retirement plans, and trusts. Trusted by custodians, advisors and investors nationwide.

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Overview

Fair Market Valuators provides independent. Third-party Fair Market Value (FMV) valuations for precious metal assets held within self-directed retirement accounts, including IRAs and IRA-owned LLCs.

Our process accommodates nearly all SDIRA-acceptable precious metal types, including:

  • Gold

    • Coins

    • Bars

    • Rounds

    • Allocated and unallocated holdings

  • Silver

    • Coins

    • Bars

    • Rounds

    • Mixed Lots

  • Platinum & Palladium

    • Coins

    • Bars

    • Specialty holdings

All valuations are prepared using a structured, data-driven methodology aligned with administrative FMV standards for alternative assets.

Ideal For

  • Annual Form 5498 reporting

  • Roth conversions (IRS requires FMV)

  • IRA distributions or transfers

  • Custodian or auditor valuation requests

  • Estate & gift planning

  • Transactional documentation

  • Internal investor reporting

What’s Included in Every Precious Metals FMV Report

Executive Summary

A high-level overview of the valuation assignment, purpose, and effective date.

Detailed Asset Breakdown

Line-by-line documentation of each metal type, weight, purity, and classification.

Premium & Market Adjustment Review

Consideration of market premiums, mint-specific variations, collectible vs. non-collectible distinctions, and market liquidity trends.

Assumptions & Limiting Conditions

Clear documentation of assumptions used and scope limitations.

Market Spot Price Analysis

FMV determined using reliable market spot data from verified industry-standard sources (KITCO, LBMA, COMEX, etc.).

FMV Conclusion

Independent fair market value conclusion supported by methodology, comps, and adjustments.

Preparer Certification

Signed validation by Fair Market Valuators.

Exhibits Section

All supporting documents, Spot price references, Asset inventory tables, and calculation worksheets are included.

Ready to Request a Precious Metals Valuation?

Submit your property details through our secure intake form and our team will begin preparing an independent Fair Market Value (FMV) report tailored for IRS and custodian requirements.

Our process is fast, compliant, and designed for self-directed investors and custodians who need accurate and audit-ready valuation support.

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