Data Quality

How do you determine the Estimated Value of properties on your site?

We use a commercial grade automated valuation model (AVM) which is based on public records data to determine estimated home values for properties. This is a highly ranked AVM, but like all AVM's it is only as good as the public record data available and does not take into account property condition and other factors which may affect the value. An AVM is no substitute for a professional opinion of value, based on knowledge of the local market and condition of the property, which is best provided by a Realtor(R) or appraiser.

I think there is an error in your data; can you please verify that it is correct?

We take the quality of our data very seriously, if you think you've found an error please submit it to our support form. That said, please be sure to see How reliable is your data.

How reliable is your data?

We try really hard to ensure our data is accurate, but unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of our data as we gather it from a variety of sources.
Before purchasing a property, you should verify all details; and if possible, purchase title insurance. If you think you've found an error in our data, please contact us to report it. Also, please keep the following in mind:Read more

Why does your site indicate that there are less opportunities than other sites?

We believe we have the most accurate count of real foreclosure opportunities in the business. We only include Notices of Default (as Preforeclosure opportunities) for 120 days after they are issued, or until a Notice of Sale is filed, whichever occurs first. If a Notice of Sale has not been filed within 120 days the owner has likely resolved the problem. Similarly, we only include Bank Owned opportunities for 120 days after the auction, as the bank will have likely listed the property in the MLS by that point.Read more