VALIDITY provides some tips and instructions to the user, but the final acceptance of the photos is the responsibility of the appraiser.

Images from the web would lack the proper date stamp and location data, which means they would fail the photo verification and be open to further verification from the appraiser.

When using a mobile device, the homeowner can only use new photos that have originated on that device.

VALIDITY requires the homeowner to take multiple photos of the exterior of the home, including the property address and street photos to the left and right of the property.

Overhead images of properties are typically not detailed enough and lack the dimensional attributes to make this practical.

Yes, all are monitored for accuracy.

Yes, provided location services and metadata are enabled on the device taking the picture.

VALIDITY recommends that location services be enabled on the device for the photo verification steps and prompts the user to do so.

VALIDITY does require that the homeowner or property contact attest that the provided information is representative of their property and condition at time of inspection.