Certified Residential Real Estate Appraiser

Richard L. Hartenstein, SRA, is a certified residential real estate appraiser based in the New Orleans metropolitan area, serving Jefferson, Orleans, St. Tammany, and surrounding parishes. He has been actively appraising residential real estate since 2005 and has completed thousands of appraisal assignments for lenders, attorneys, and private clients. Mr. Hartenstein has earned the SRA designation from the Appraisal Institute, reflecting advanced education, experience, and demonstrated competency in residential appraisal practice.

My Experience Includes:

Single-family homes, town houses, and condominiums
Small residential income properties (2–4 units)
Vacant land and empty lot properties
New construction, renovations, and complex properties
FHA, Conventional, and USDA/RD assignments
Divorce, estate, date-of-death, and litigation-related appraisals

Professional Approach

My appraisal practice is built around three goals:

Clearly communicating my analysis and conclusions
Providing well-supported opinions of value based on verified market data
Remaining objective and independent, in full compliance with USPAP

Licensing and Qualifications

Certified residential real estate appraiser, State of Louisiana (License #R1794)

SRA Designated Member, Appraisal Institute

Ongoing continuing education with focus on advanced residential applications, green/energy-efficient homes, and appraisal litigation topics

Licensed Real Estate Broker

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