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 many licenses do I need?
The software is installed on the C drive of each computer and so you will need one license for each different user.  If your users are on the same network or have a remote loggin to a central network, you could consider purchasing a network license instead.  For each network license, one user can log in at any one time.

How much does the software cost?
Now only £350 per single user license!
£950 per network license.
£495 for 2.5 hour (optional) training session for up to 6 people (but flexible.)
Mixed laptop and network license deals available.
See support prices below
All prices plus VAT.

Is it a one-off payment?
Yes.  Annual support is included for one year and then optional from year 2 at £150 per annum per license, so long as it is paid within 13 months of initial purchase or most recent renewal. If this period has expired then the cost increases to £250 pa per license.

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.  If you are running 64 bit Windows then you may need to install Virtual PC too.  More details are shown on the downloads page.  It can be used on a Apple Mac running the Virtual Windows platform inside Parallels - speak to your Mac dealer about how to install this.

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, but its not the recommended route.

Do you sell investment appraisal software?
No, this product is for the valuation of new developments and refurbishments, up to the point of sale as an investment.

Can my project have zero land value, for instance if we already own the land, or add in a line of finance for equity?
Yes. You can also pay for the land at any time during the project.

Is support available?
Yes.  12 months email and telephone 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 £250 + 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.