Probate Appraisal in Contra Costa County

What is a probate appraisal?

A probate appraisal is a certified opinion of a property's fair market value required during the estate administration process. When a property owner passes away and their estate goes through probate court, California law requires a credible, independent appraisal to establish the value of real property assets.

Brandi Hudson (CA Appraiser #AR029078, DRE #02173129) provides USPAP-compliant probate appraisals throughout Contra Costa County that satisfy court requirements and stand up to fiduciary review.

When is a probate appraisal required?

• When real property is part of a decedent's estate going through probate court
• To establish fair market value for the inventory and appraisement (IA-1 form)
• When beneficiaries, heirs, or co-owners need an independent value for distribution
• When the estate is subject to California or federal estate tax obligations
• When a property is being sold through the probate process and a value must be established

What's included

• Full inspection of the subject property
• Market value opinion as of the date of death or required effective date
• Comparable sales analysis with documented adjustments
• USPAP-compliant report formatted for probate court and attorney review
• Available for fiduciary and court filing purposes

Why the appraiser's credentials matter

Probate courts and estate attorneys require appraisals from state-certified appraisers. With 25 years of certified residential appraisal experience and deep knowledge of Contra Costa County markets — including waterfront, rural, and canal-front properties common in East Bay communities — Hudson Valuation Group provides reports that hold up under scrutiny.

Service area

We provide probate appraisals throughout Contra Costa County including Discovery Bay, Brentwood, Oakley, Antioch, Pittsburg, Concord, Walnut Creek, Martinez, and surrounding communities, as well as Alameda County.