Clear valuation.
When it matters most.
Residential appraisals in Contra Costa & Alameda County — clear valuations for selling, planning, and financial decisions. Each appraisal is developed through detailed analysis, market-supported data, and clear reporting so you can move forward with confidence.
Clear, well-supported valuations — explained in a way that's easy to understand when it matters most.
With over 25 years of experience valuing Bay Area residential properties, Brandi Hudson brings both an appraiser's analytical approach and a broker's market perspective to every assignment. Whether you're settling an estate, navigating a divorce, or preparing to sell, you deserve an accurate, independent opinion of value — not a guess.
Trusted by financial advisors, CPAs, estate attorneys, and families across Contra Costa & Alameda County.
What we do
Each service is focused on one purpose: giving you a credible, well-documented opinion of value for selling, planning, and financial decisions.
Pre-Listing Appraisal
Price correctly from the start, avoid overpricing, and reduce time on market. Know your value before you list.
PMI Removal
If your property value has increased, you may be eligible to remove PMI and reduce your monthly payment today.
Estate & Probate
Credible valuations for estate settlement, trust administration, and planning throughout Contra Costa and Alameda County.
Date of Death Appraisal
Retrospective valuations for IRS Form 706, stepped-up basis calculations, and estate planning purposes.
Divorce Appraisal
A neutral, market-supported opinion of value to assist both parties in understanding property value for settlement.
Not sure which you need?
Reach out and we'll help you understand your options — no pressure, no obligation.
Trusted by homeowners and professionals alike
I understand that many valuation requests come during important financial decisions. My role is to provide clarity so you can move forward with confidence.
Homeowners & Families
Navigating the sale of a home, settling an estate, or going through a divorce — we provide clear answers to your most important financial question.
Learn more →Executors & Trustees
Heirs, trustees, and estate administrators rely on our reports for asset distribution, IRS documentation, and estate planning purposes.
Learn more →CPAs & Financial Advisors
Tax professionals and wealth advisors refer clients to us for estate valuations, date of death appraisals, and stepped-up basis documentation.
Learn more →Estate Attorneys
Non-litigation estate attorneys trust our reports for settlement negotiations, trust administration, and estate planning proceedings.
Learn more →Divorce Mediators
Mediators and collaborative divorce professionals use our neutral valuations to support fair, informed property settlements.
Learn more →REALTORS®
Real estate agents refer clients who need an independent pre-listing valuation or whose transactions involve estate or divorce situations.
Learn more →Please note: Appraisals are prepared for informational, settlement, lending, and planning purposes. Litigation support, expert witness testimony, depositions, and court appearances are not offered.
"Credible opinions require evidence. I investigate, document, and support every conclusion."— Brandi Hudson, Certified Residential Appraiser #AR029078
Serving the East Bay and Beyond
Hudson Valuation Group serves homeowners, families, and professionals throughout Contra Costa and Alameda County.
Walnut Creek · Danville · San Ramon · Pleasanton · Livermore · Dublin · Brentwood · Antioch · Discovery Bay · Concord · Lafayette · Alamo · Orinda · Berkeley · Oakland · Fremont · Castro Valley
Ready to get started?
Tell us about your property and we'll respond within one business day with scope, timeline, and fee information.