Probably because they get all of their data from agents and would not exist for a day without agents inputting that data for them. 

I used to have a CPA who had book-keepers working with his company, that way at the end of the year they would just transfer all of the data to him....easy peasy....

Purchase price: $21,000 Cash invested: $25,000 Sale price: $55,500 Contributors: Peter Vekselman Partner Driven, in collaboration with Tricia Hart, successfully completed a renovation project on Water Street in Delphi, IN.

Usually these systems are using sold data.

They have one of the tougher credentialing processes out there, but they have excellent data that goes deep with relatives, neighbors, associates, etc.. 

Purchase price: $190,000 Sale price: $250,000 Contributors: Peter Vekselman Partner Driven, in partnership with Seth Choate, purchased a home on E Ingram Street in Stockton, CA, for $190,000 on 09/30/2018.

When I checked out Google Vacation Rentals when it first came out, the data was not super accurate, so I'm hoping they keep building out that aspect! 

I don't know, maybe it's a crazy idea, but I think it's worth exploring.I've been tossing around the idea of creating a platform that integrates different data sources in a way that's actually user-friendly.

If the HELOC amount you're requesting is relatively low (often below $100,000), lenders might waive the full appraisal.Drive-By Appraisal : Instead of a full interior inspection, a drive-by appraisal involves the appraiser evaluating the exterior of the property only.Desktop Appraisal : This type of appraisal is conducted remotely using data and photos provided by the homeowner or real estate agents.Based on the little knowledge that I have about stuff like this it sounds like you need to connect with existing lenders in your network or find new lenders in your network that have programs aligned with your goals.

Credit seems so unfair, it's some mystery algorithm that impacts our life so significantly, oh and they can sell our data, and ++we're required to use it to operate in society!