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Caldes Development Valuer FAQs
Is there a free trial?
Yes it takes only a few seconds to be up and running, no passwords or licenses required. The trial does not expire, but some areas of the software are restricted. See our downloads page for more information.
Does the software run on an Apple Mac?
Yes, but you have to install Parallels and then Windows.
What does the appraisal look like?
Click here to download an example appraisal PDF (Pop up window)
How much does the software cost?
Now only £250 per single user license!
£950 per network license.
£495 for 2.5 hour training session for up to 6 people (but flexible.)
Mixed laptop and network license deals available.
See support prices below
All prices plus VAT.
Does the system include a simple method for setting up my project?
Yes. The system includes what we call a 'back-of-envelope' setup wizard. Once you have set up your project you do not use this again.
Does the system include lots of pop-up boxes?
No. These have been kept to a minium. Everything is cash flow based and is just like using Excel.
Can I export my figures to Excel?
Yes you can. The software is built around an Excel compatible spreadsheet engine. Exporting is useful if you want to change any of the headings or figures manually, add a logo etc.
Can I combine multiple projects into one cash flow?
Yes, unlimited.
Can I have multiple interest rates?
Yes, up to 4 (e.g. debt, equity, etc.) the rates of which can all be varied month by month as necessary.
Will the software worked for residential, commercial and mixed use schemes?
Yes.
Can I vary the income across the scheme? E.g. can I sell 5 units of one kind a month over 6 months and 7 units of a different kind over the next 6 months.
Yes. Phasing sales is very comprehensive.
Can I phase construction costs?
Yes.
Can I type costs directly into the cash flow as they happen?
Yes.
Does the system contain a set of default figures?
Yes, as a guide only.
Does the system include VAT and recovery and can it be varied?
Yes.
Can I add other costs and income as necessary? E.g. Demolition, Roads, Drainage.
Yes. Add what we call a 'bullet cost' or 'bullet income'. You can type the amounts into the cash flow or ask the system to work out the spread based on a total and number of months.
Does the system include a cash flow?
Yes. There is an appraisal summary, designed to print on one page, a monthly cash flow, a schedule of units, a land spreadsheet and a sensitivity analysis.
Will the system include metric or imperial figures?
Yes, but not both at the same time. You must convert between the two as necessary.
Does the system work out my land price or profit?
Yes you can fix a goal and the system will work out the target. You can change the goal figure at any time.
Can I add fees such as construction fees and agent fees?
Yes. You can add them as an amount or a percentage, spread them automatically or type them in to the cash flow manually.
Which operating systems does it work on?
All windows based operating systems, from 98 to Vista and Windows 7. It can be used on a Mac running the Virtual Windows platform.
Who else uses the software?
The software is in use at thousands of developers, banks, local authorities and agents and is an industry standard.
Can the software be networked?
Yes, there is a network license available for local area networks.
Can the software be used on the Citrix platform?
Yes.
Is support available?
Yes. 12 months support is included in the initial price. On going support is available on an optional, annual basis at £150 + VAT, so long as you pay each year. It increases to £296 + VAT if your support expires and then you return to it. Support includes one upgrade per annum.
Is there a quick tuturial that I can look at?
Yes. Download the PDF quick guide by clicking here.