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Joe and Merritt Hesterly
Joe Hesterly began his appraisal career nearly 20 years ago in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Since then, he has built a reputation for delivering accurate, ethical, and dependable real estate valuations throughout the Acadiana region. With decades of hands-on experience and a passion for helping clients make informed decisions, Joe brings both technical expertise and genuine care to every assignment.
Outside of his appraisal work, Joe enjoys spending time with his family—his wife, Merritt, and their daughter, Mary Kathryn. His hobbies include playing golf, fishing, dining out, cooking at home, and even a little Netflix when time allows.
Balancing professional excellence with quality family time is at the heart of who he is.
When you choose Joe Hesterly, you’re choosing an appraiser who values accuracy, ethics, and relationships—delivering valuations you can trust from a professional who truly cares.
Joe did an awesome job appraising our house and it sold for exactly what the valuation he determined was.
KAREN M.
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As I was going through my divorce, Joe was able to accurately assess the value of my home. Great Job!
MIKE I.
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JHP Appraisals helped me maximize my home by doing an accurate measurement of it and using comps in the market so that I can sell it for what it was worth! Will definitely use him again!