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Automated valuation model (AVM)

An automated valuation model is a computer-based system that estimates property value by applying statistical or machine-learning methods to public records, property characteristics, and market data.

Official area

Valuation and Market Analysis

Knowledge cluster

Valuation services

Learning sequence

Define, distinguish, apply, retrieve

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Exam purpose

Recognize the rule, then reject the nearest look-alike.

Georgia lens

Apply the state distinction only when the facts call for it.

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Connected to 4 terms and one official content area.

What does Automated valuation model (AVM) mean in real estate?

An automated valuation model is a computer-based system that estimates property value by applying statistical or machine-learning methods to public records, property characteristics, and market data.

How is Automated valuation model (AVM) different from the closest exam answer?

An AVM produces an automated estimate. An appraisal involves professional judgment, assignment analysis, and accountability by a qualified appraiser.

What is the Georgia-specific rule?

AVMs are used in Georgia markets, but the national exam distinction remains tool versus professional valuation. Data quality and unusual property features can materially affect reliability.

Worked exam example

Scenario

A lender's system analyzes recorded sales, location, size, and tax data to return an instant value estimate without a property visit.

Decision rule

An AVM produces an automated estimate. An appraisal involves professional judgment, assignment analysis, and accountability by a qualified appraiser.

What is the most common exam trap?

Trap correction

Fast and data-heavy does not mean conclusive. An AVM is not automatically an appraisal or a guarantee of sale price.

Memory cue: Fast and data-heavy does not mean conclusive.

Original exam check

Apply the definition

Which statement correctly explains Automated valuation model (AVM)?

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Related terms to learn next

Appraisal

An appraisal is an independent, supportable opinion of value developed by a qualified appraiser for a stated property interest, effective date, intended use, and set of assignment conditions.

Comparative market analysis (CMA)

A comparative market analysis is a broker's analysis of relevant market data and comparable properties to help a seller choose a listing strategy or a buyer evaluate an offer.

Broker price opinion (BPO)

A broker price opinion is a real estate broker's estimate of a property's probable selling price, often prepared for a lender, servicer, investor, or other client for a permitted purpose.

Fair market value

Fair market value is the amount a knowledgeable, willing buyer and seller would agree upon in an arm's-length transaction when neither is compelled and both have reasonable exposure to the market.

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What is Automated valuation model (AVM)?

An automated valuation model is a computer-based system that estimates property value by applying statistical or machine-learning methods to public records, property characteristics, and market data.

What is Automated valuation model (AVM) commonly confused with?

An AVM produces an automated estimate. An appraisal involves professional judgment, assignment analysis, and accountability by a qualified appraiser.

How does Georgia treat Automated valuation model (AVM)?

AVMs are used in Georgia markets, but the national exam distinction remains tool versus professional valuation. Data quality and unusual property features can materially affect reliability.