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What You Need to Know About Listing Agent Engage™

Everything about the suite, the tools, and how it all works — answered

What is Listing Agent Engage™?

Listing Agent Engage™ is a federally trademarked suite of five appraisal-grade AI tools for real estate agents and loan officers, founded by Brent Jones, a former Fannie Mae Senior Analyst. The suite includes Hey Valuetest!, Valuetest.ai, the Meridian CVM, Compcheck.ai, and the AI Appraisal Assistant — all built on appraisal methodology, not algorithmic estimation.

Is Listing Agent Engage™ free?

The Standard Plan is always free and unlimited. It includes Hey Valuetest!, Valuetest.ai, Compcheck.ai, and the AI Appraisal Assistant at no cost. Premium products including the Meridian CVM are available beyond the standard plan.

Who is Listing Agent Engage™ for?

The suite is for real estate agents who price properties and attend listing appointments, and for loan officers and out-of-area agents who need to validate online values using public record data before an appraisal.

What makes Listing Agent Engage™ different from Zillow or an AVM?

Zillow and AVM tools use algorithmic regression on public record data — no connection to appraisal methodology. Every tool in the Listing Agent Engage™ suite is built on the same comp selection parameters appraisers use under USPAP: distance, gross living area, age, and date of sale. The result is defensible data, not an algorithmic estimate.

Is Listing Agent Engage™ a trademark?

Yes. Listing Agent Engage™ is a federally registered trademark of ValueTest.ai LLC, USPTO Serial No. 99180632. Notice of Allowance issued March 24, 2026, under Classes 041 (Educational Services) and 042 (Online Software).

Who founded Listing Agent Engage™?

Brent Jones, a former Fannie Mae Senior Analyst with over 30 years of appraisal industry experience, based in Henderson, Nevada.

HEY VALUETEST

Is Hey Valuetest! free?

Yes. Hey Valuetest! is free and unlimited during beta and after. No credit card required. No commitment. Sign up at heyvaluetest.com.

What MLS databases does Hey Valuetest! cover?

400+ MLS databases across all 50 states through PropMix.io. Local MLS membership may be required to access your specific market's listings.

How is Hey Valuetest! different from a CMA?

A standard CMA uses basic MLS search filters. Hey Valuetest! applies the same distance, GLA, age, and date-of-sale parameters an appraiser uses under USPAP, and ranks every comp using AI similarity scoring before you see it.

Does Hey Valuetest! count as performing an appraisal?

No. It is an informational and educational research tool. It does not constitute an appraisal. All methodology is grounded in USPAP standards.

VALUETEST.AI

Is Valuetest.ai really free?

Yes. The Standard Plan is always free and always unlimited — not a trial. No credit card required. Free access is permanent for verified MLS members.

What is the difference between Valuetest.ai and an AVM?

An AVM uses algorithmic regression on public record data with no appraisal methodology behind it. Valuetest.ai applies the same comp selection parameters appraisers use under USPAP and ranks results using AI similarity scoring.

Can I add Valuetest.ai to my own website?

Yes. A website widget is available at valuetest.ai.

MERIDIAN CVM

What is a Calculated Value Model?

A CVM is a valuation tool built on the same methodology appraisers use — comp selection by proximity, GLA, age, and date of sale, adjusted for market conditions. Different from an AVM, which uses algorithmic regression with no connection to appraisal methodology.

How is the Meridian CVM different from Zillow?

Zillow uses the Zestimate — an algorithmic model with no connection to how appraisers select comparables or adjust values. The Meridian CVM applies appraiser-derived methodology and produces a value that reflects what an appraiser is likely to produce.

Does using the Meridian CVM count as performing an appraisal?

No. It is an informational and educational research tool. It does not constitute an appraisal and should not be represented as one.

What is the Test and Support feature?

A mode that allows you to validate specific comparables rather than derive a full value — useful for defending a price recommendation or supporting a specific comp.

COMPCHECK.AI

Does Compcheck.ai require an MLS membership?

No. Compcheck.ai operates entirely on public record data. Designed for loan officers and agents without local MLS access, including in disclosure states.

What is an off-MLS sale

A property sale not listed on the MLS — including private sales, estate sales, and non-listed transfers. Appraisers often use these as comparables. Compcheck.ai surfaces them before the appraisal arrives.

What is a disclosure state?

In disclosure states, property sale prices are recorded in public records. In non-disclosure states, sale prices are not publicly recorded. Compcheck.ai is optimised for disclosure states.

Is Compcheck.ai free?

Yes. The Standard Plan is always free. No credit card. No trial period.

AI APPRAISAL ASSISTANT

What guidelines is the AI Appraisal Assistant trained on?

Fannie Mae Selling Guide, Freddie Mac Seller/Servicer Guide, FHA Single Family Housing Policy Handbook, and the VA Lenders Handbook.

Is the AI Appraisal Assistant free?

The standard version is free through valuetest.ai. Private-label versions for lenders are available at custom pricing — contact us.

What is a private-label AI Appraisal Assistant?

The AI Appraisal Assistant deployed under your organisation's branding and within your systems. Set up through Vuvu Global.

Can the AI Appraisal Assistant replace an underwriter?

No. It is an informational and educational tool. It does not make underwriting decisions or replace the judgment of a licensed underwriter.

EDUCATION & TRADEMARK

What is Class 041 in a trademark?

USPTO Class 041 covers educational services — training, seminars, and workshops. Listing Agent Engage™ holds Class 041 for educational services in real estate, appraisals, and mortgage lending.

What is Class 042 in a trademark

A: USPTO Class 042 covers online software services — non-downloadable software. Listing Agent Engage™ holds Class 042 for online software for real estate professionals and loan officers.

What is Fannie Mae AIR FAQ #1?

Fannie Mae's Appraisal Independence Requirements FAQ #1 states that real estate agents are a valuable resource for appraisers — providing factual data is a permitted and encouraged activity. Every tool in the suite is built around this principle.

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