About A1 Auto Appraisals
Independent. Professional. Experienced.
A1 Auto Appraisals is an independent vehicle appraisal company providing professional vehicle valuation and appraisal services to vehicle owners, insurance carriers, attorneys, and industry professionals.
Our Approach
A1 Auto Appraisals is built on a single principle: provide an independent professional opinion of vehicle value, supported by the available facts, documentation, and market evidence — regardless of which party engages our services.
We work with vehicle owners, insurance carriers, attorneys, independent appraisers, and other industry professionals. Our responsibility is to the integrity of the appraisal — not to any particular outcome or any particular side of a dispute.
This commitment to independence and objectivity is what makes A1 Auto Appraisals a trusted resource for all parties involved in vehicle valuation matters.
Principal Appraiser
Jonathan Soto
Jonathan Soto founded A1 Auto Appraisals with a focus on providing independent, professional vehicle appraisal services to all parties in the vehicle valuation process. With over 10 years of experience in the vehicle appraisal and insurance claims industry, Jonathan has worked on both sides of the claims process — giving him a comprehensive understanding of how vehicle valuations are developed, challenged, and resolved.
Jonathan has experience appraising a wide range of vehicles, including passenger vehicles, motorcycles, commercial vehicles, fleet vehicles, and specialty vehicles. He has supervised appraisal teams and has extensive experience in appraisal clause proceedings, including both appraiser and umpire roles. Se Habla Español.
Credentials
- Florida Licensed Claims Adjuster (6-20)
- I-CAR Platinum Certified
- 10+ years in the vehicle appraisal industry
- Experience on both sides of the claims process
- Right of Appraisal and umpire experience
- CCC ONE and Mitchell vehicle valuation platforms
- Fleet and commercial vehicle appraisal experience
- Licensed in various states
- Se Habla Español
Who We Work With
A1 Auto Appraisals provides independent appraisal services to all parties involved in vehicle valuation matters. Our commitment to independence means A1 applies the same professional appraisal standards and methodology regardless of which party retains our services.
Vehicle Owners
Individuals who need an independent professional opinion of their vehicle's value for an insurance claim, legal matter, or other purpose.
Insurance Carriers
Insurance companies that need an independent appraisal to support or evaluate a vehicle valuation in a claim.
Attorneys
Legal professionals who need a documented, professional vehicle appraisal to support a client's matter.
Independent Appraisers
Other appraisers who need a neutral umpire for an appraisal clause proceeding where the two party appraisers cannot agree.
Other Industry Professionals
Adjusters, fleet managers, dealers, and other professionals with vehicle valuation needs.
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