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Navy · 04-07-2006, 09:23 PM

Using Simpson's as a bench mark is a good idea if you are making an insurance claim. It is NOT a good idea if you are trying to get an accurate market value.

My friend, Bob Simpson operates a business and has to cover overhead; ergo, he has indirect costs that factor into the prices he asks. He is a great guy and I have done a load of business with him, but his price list is not an accurate reflection of the market. As a rule of thumb, I would multiply Bob's prices by .85 to get a feeling for market value.

FWIW, Bob is one of my *PREFERRED* dealers.

Tom A

04-07-2006, 09:23 PM	#6
Navy RIP Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Dc 'burbs in Virginia Posts: 2,482 Thanks: 0 Thanked 16 Times in 10 Posts	Using Simpson's as a bench mark is a good idea if you are making an insurance claim. It is NOT a good idea if you are trying to get an accurate market value. My friend, Bob Simpson operates a business and has to cover overhead; ergo, he has indirect costs that factor into the prices he asks. He is a great guy and I have done a load of business with him, but his price list is not an accurate reflection of the market. As a rule of thumb, I would multiply Bob's prices by .85 to get a feeling for market value. FWIW, Bob is one of my PREFERRED dealers. Tom A