Appraisal

Traditional Appraisal

Our Traditional Appraisal solutions fit a variety of lending needs, from conventional loans, refinances, home equity lending, and everything in between.

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Why choose a Clear Capital home appraisal?

Quality

The transparent pre-check submission process increases one-touch rates. We offer three layers of quality assurance combining data analytics and risk-based review. 

Clarity

Clear customer and appraiser communication will keep you up to date throughout the process. Receive well-defined and easy-to-understand appraisal reports.

Reliability

Compliant with USPAP, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, FHA, USDA, HUD, and VA guidelines as appropriate. Scorecards and performance tracking help us manage our appraisers.

How our home appraisals work

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Flexible ordering options

Manage your orders on our website or via integrations with many order management platforms.

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Expertise and quality assurance

Our appraiser partners are fully licensed, and each appraisal undergoes three layers of quality review.

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When you need it, how you need it

Because we communicate with you each step of the way, you know exactly when to expect your report.

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Compliance team working for you

We ensure your report is on time and accurate, and complies with all state and federal regulations.

Learn how we’re modernizing appraisal

Universal Data Collection (UDC™)

Inspection-based appraisal waivers

Implement GSE inspection-based appraisal waiver programs on a national scale. UDC provides fast and accurate data collection that meets both Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac standards.

Save time and money

UDC costs less than a traditional appraisal. Increase underwriting efficiency, reduce manual processes, and enjoy 50% faster turn times.

Desktop appraisal

For single-family purchase loans

Access GSE-compliant appraisals — Fannie Mae 1004 Desktop and Freddie Mac 70D — powered by innovative technology and our nationwide network of property data collectors and appraisers.

Fast turn times

Desktop appraisals are up to 50% faster than traditional. The process pairs certified brokers/agents conducting the property data collection with certified appraisers and automated reviews to maintain quality.

Hybrid appraisal

For home purchase and refinance

Our network of certified brokers and agents capture property information, photos, and floor plans to help appraisers complete a GSE-compliant hybrid appraisal for Fannie Mae 1004 Hybrid and Freddie Mac 70H.

ClearInsight™ property data collection

Our data collectors are armed with ClearInsight, which delivers consistent property data collection quality and completeness in real time. Data collection includes floor plans, GLA, and fraud mitigation.

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Get started with
Traditional Appraisal

Ordering has never been easier with our simple web interface. Check on your order status at any time, then share your report files with your key stakeholders. The difference in our appraisals is CLEAR™: we create lending efficiencies and results.

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