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How Automated Comps Improve Property Valuations

Learn how automated comparable selection reduces bias and speeds up valuations — with practical tips to validate automated comps.

Automated comparable selection (automated “comps”) reduces the manual work of finding similar sales and brings consistency to valuations. Automation helps, but you should validate results.

Why automation matters:
Manual comp selection is slow and subjective. Automated systems apply consistent filters — location radius, sale date window, property type, and adjustment logic — reducing bias and speeding decisions.

Key checks for quality comps:

  • Time window: Prefer sales within the last 6–12 months.

  • Distance: Use neighborhood boundaries first.

  • Property features: Match beds, baths, and square footage.

  • Outlier detection: Flag extreme adjustments for review.

How PricerPro helps:
PricerPro suggests comps, shows adjustment lines, and allows you to accept, edit, or replace comparables. Exportable reports keep everyone aligned.

Takeaway:
Automated comps are a starting point. Combine automation with quick manual validation for the best results.