If I’m a Chief Appraiser, why would I ever switch from my old appraisal platform?
The short answer is leverage.
Leverage means functionality well past just ordering appraisals.
1. AI compliance reviews (Auto Review) removes mundane checklist work. Your experienced commercial reviewers can focus on harder judgment calls and higher-value work. You keep high quality FTEs while reducing SLA friction.
2. LOS integrations (Glances) reduce friction for lenders. Appraisals get ordered inside nCino, Abrigo or Salesforce that your lenders already use. That means fewer handoffs, fewer mistakes and faster turn times. Independence stays intact, but everyone is happier because the process feels smoother.
3. White-glove service matters more than people admit. YouConnect delivers a 60-day onboarding promise with custom configurations built around how your team already works. The service reduces disruption, eases team concerns and finally deliver what Chief Appraisers have been waiting for, software that adapts to them.
4. Data extraction from commercial reports (Bricklayer) provides better decisions for credit, lending and portfolio managers. Data including subject property details, market trends, tenant rent roll data and comparables. The data stays yours. Privacy is respected.
5. Vendor management (Vendor Circle) provides clear grading, shared expectations and better communication to provide clarity for both sides. Also provide vetted appraisers outside of your typical market area.
Chief Appraisers often protect what already works. That feels safe. But the real risk is assuming old systems can handle new volume, new rules and more scrutiny.
Strong leaders don’t wait for problems. They prepare early. They build clarity. They choose partnerships that help them move forward.
Intentional movement, supported by the right partnerships, is often the safer choice.