Identity protection and fraud deterrence coming in robust, convenient new program called SureDocs
January 25, 2007
Protecting your identity and the integrity of the data in your reports is a constant concern. To help you do that we’ve built Appraiser SureDocs. It will debut as a "public beta" — meaning you can try it for free, and provide (we hope) unfiltered feedback on the product — starting January 30. Appraiser SureDocs is a powerful tool you can use to protect your identity and the integrity of your reports, as well as maintain control over your intellectual property. Click to read more
National media explores issue of appraisal report ownership
January 25, 2007
A new article by a nationally-syndicated real estate columnist is bringing the issue of data stripping and ownership of appraisal reports to the fore. Click to read more
Value-skewing potential of buyer incentives increasing
January 04, 2007
Some time ago we wrote in this space about the unique problem of accounting for buyer incentives in a normalizing housing economy with a lot of inventory for sale. Based on the response, it was an issue you care about and are dealing with a lot. Now, more economists and housing sector watchers are paying attention, too. Click to read more
Katrina recovery program burned by AVMs; “Road Home” will use appraisals instead
January 04, 2007
The use of Automated Valuation Models (AVMs) to calculate property damage in hurricane and flood ravaged New Orleans was recently discontinued, with government officials conceding the AVM values were often drastically off the mark. In most cases pre-storm appraisals will be used instead. Click to read more
2007 real estate outlook: Some are bearish, but many optimistic for recovery
January 04, 2007
A new year brings fresh new looks at the housing road ahead. We took a look at a number of regional and national 2007 real estate forecasts. Experts are telling us that they are guardedly optimistic the coming year will see a rebound in sales, probably near midyear, steady interest rates if not a drop, and a likely bump in the amount of work for residential appraisers. Click to read more
Time to think about your 2006 tax return
December 15, 2006
We make and sell software and technology, we don't give tax advice. Hopefully, you already seek professional help with your business' books. If so, consult your tax professional about whether these year-end business and personal tax tips might be right for you. Click to read more
Market to Zillow’s sales-minded users
December 15, 2006
Zillow, the online interface that lets homeowners and housing voyeurs estimate the value of real estate from public record data, announced last week it would begin allowing users to post home sale listing information on the site. Click to read more
The Exact way to load WinTOTAL on to your new PC
December 15, 2006
The most efficient way to have your new machine up and running WinTOTAL in no time is to use Exact, which is bundled with the Vault online backup service. Click to read more
Florida Real Estate Agent Amanda Baggett Wins a Beautiful 2006 Porsche Cayenne from a la mode
December 07, 2006
Real estate agent Amanda Baggett of northeastern Florida is the winner of the latest high-end luxury car giveaway from a la mode, one of the most mission critical and influential companies in the real estate technology industry, the company announced today. Click to read more
Is requiring payment before report delivery a USPAP violation?
November 10, 2006
Professional or Enterprise XSite allows you to "force" your client to pay by credit card online (or otherwise) before your report can be downloaded. The thoughtful discussion quickly came to the conclusion that the business decision of requiring payment before delivery is not covered by USPAP. Click to read more
