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Twin Cities Certified Appraiser

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Appraisals
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Independent residential appraisals across the Twin Cities metro, with a strong focus on divorce, estate, date of death, and other private appraisal assignments.

23+
Years Experience
2,500+
Appraisals Completed
7
County Coverage

Nick Hughes

Certified Residential Appraiser & Owner, Hughes Appraisals LLC

  • MN Certified Residential Appraiser
  • License # 20342052
  • Fannie Mae & Freddie Mac Approved
  • USPAP Compliant
  • UAD / GSE Certified
  • Minneapolis-based, locally owned

Divorce and Estate Appraisals

These are the private appraisal assignments we are asked to handle most often, but Hughes Appraisals also provides a full range of residential valuation services.

Featured Specialty

Divorce Appraisals

Divorce appraisals require a neutral, well-supported opinion of value that can hold up under scrutiny. Hughes Appraisals provides independent residential appraisals for negotiation, mediation, and litigation matters across the Twin Cities.

  • Neutral, unbiased valuation for equitable distribution
  • Clear, supported reporting for attorneys and both parties
  • Local market knowledge backed by more than 23 years of experience
Featured Specialty

Estate & Date of Death Appraisals

Estate and date of death appraisals are often needed for probate, inheritance, tax reporting, and estate settlement. These assignments require a supported retrospective value opinion and a thoughtful, professional approach.

  • Retrospective appraisal assignments with specific effective dates
  • Prepared for executors, attorneys, accountants, and family members
  • Clear documentation for probate, tax, and estate settlement needs

Appraisal Services

A full range of residential appraisal services, including private assignments, lending work, litigation support, and retrospective valuations.

Purchase Appraisals

Lender-required appraisals for home purchases. Fast turnaround, USPAP compliant, and accepted by all major lenders.

Refinance Appraisals

Accurate valuations for conventional, FHA, and VA refinance transactions. Fully UAD compliant for UCDP delivery.

Divorce Appraisals

Neutral, unbiased appraisals for equitable distribution. Court-ready reports with clear, supported conclusions.

Estate & Date of Death

Retrospective appraisals for estate settlement, probate, and tax purposes. We understand the sensitivity these situations require.

Pre-Listing Appraisals

Know your home's market value before you list. Avoid overpricing or leaving money on the table with an independent appraisal.

Private & Non-Lending

Appraisals for homeowners, attorneys, financial planners, and tax professionals who need an independent value opinion.

Expert Witness & Litigation

Experienced appraisal testimony for legal proceedings. Defensible reports prepared to withstand cross-examination.

About Hughes Appraisals

Hughes Appraisals LLC is an independent, owner-operated appraisal firm based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Founded by Nick Hughes, a Certified Residential Appraiser with over 23 years of experience in the Twin Cities real estate market.

As a locally-owned firm, we bring a deep knowledge of Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding metro communities — from established neighborhoods to new construction suburbs. Every appraisal is personally completed by Nick, not farmed out to staff appraisers.

We work with lenders, AMCs, attorneys, homeowners, and financial professionals who need accurate, well-supported valuations delivered on time.

License
# 20342052
Designation
Certified Residential
Location
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Compliance
USPAP / UAD / GSE
Phone
(612) 964-4961
Turnaround
Typically 3–5 business days

Nick Hughes

Certified Appraiser | Owner
CompanyHughes Appraisals LLC
License #20342052
Phone(612) 964-4961
Websitehughesappraisals.net
Address5652 Grand Ave S, Minneapolis
Fannie Mae ApprovedYes
Freddie Mac ApprovedYes
FHA ApprovedYes

Twin Cities Service Area

We serve the full Twin Cities metropolitan area including Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the surrounding seven-county metro region.

Counties Served

Hennepin County
Ramsey County
Dakota County
Anoka County
Washington County
Scott County
Carver County

Notable Communities

Minneapolis
St. Paul
Bloomington
Plymouth
Minnetonka
Edina
Eden Prairie
Burnsville
Woodbury
Eagan
Lakeville
Maple Grove

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Contact Information

Office
5652 Grand Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55419
Turnaround
Typically 3–5 business days

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