Objective Real Estate Valuation When Accuracy Matters.

Specializing in litigation support, estate tax, divorce, and non-lending appraisals across Northern California.

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Our Services

    • General Litigation and Expert Witness

    • Wildfire Damage Appraisals

    • Divorce Appraisals

    • Diminution in Value (DIV)

    • Partition and Access Disputes

    • Retrospective Valuations for Case Work

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    • Non-Lending / Private Appraisals

    • Pre-Listing Appraisals

    • Buyout Appraisals

    • Market Rent Analysis

    • Home Measurement

    • Advisory and Consulting

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    • Estate and Trust Tax Appraisals

    • IRS Fair Market Value Appraisals

    • Retrospective Date Valuations

    • Multiple Parcel Estate Valuations

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    • Continuing Education Presentations

    • Guest Lectures and Workshops

    • Litigation Focused Appraisal Training

    • Market Trends and Valuation Seminars

    • Custom Presentations for Law Firms or Tax Professionals

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About Us

Sierra Nevada Appraisal Group provides objective real estate valuation for legal professionals and private clients across Northern California.. Led by Brian Melsheimer, SRA, the firm specializes in high stakes assignments requiring objective analysis and clear communication. Brian brings more than two decades of experience in divorce litigation, diminution in value, retrospective tax appraisals, and complex non lending valuation.

Our practice is built on accuracy, transparency, and defensibility. Whether supporting attorneys, fiduciaries, or private clients, we deliver well supported conclusions and reporting that stands up to scrutiny.

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Properties Served

We provide valuation and consulting services for a wide range of residential and land based property types throughout the Sierra Nevada foothills and surrounding regions. Each assignment is supported by clear analysis and reliable market data.

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  • Single-Family Homes

  • Custom and Luxury Properties

  • Rural Homes and Small Acreage

  • Multi-Family Residential

  • Vacant Land and Mountain Recreation Land

  • Agricultural and Ranch Properties

  • Foothill Commercial Properties

  • Multi-Parcel Configurations

  • Homes with ADUs or Unique Features

  • Condominiums and Townhomes

Coverage Area

Serving Northern California, including:
Nevada County
Placer County
Yuba County
Sacramento County
Tahoe Region
Other areas by request

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Objective Valuation

Neutral, well supported conclusions for high stakes assignments.

Litigation Experience

Over twenty years of complex case work, expert consultation, and retrospective analysis.

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Clear Communication

Structured processes, transparent fees, and updates throughout the engagement.