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Is Xactimate the BEST Option for Mitigation?

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From the desk of Klark Brown (no AI was used in the writing of this creation)

It’s a fair question, right?

First, let me run for cover. I expect hate missiles and possibly even an attempt to be canceled. When we start to discuss Xactimate, it brings out a rainbow of emotions in people. Both love and hate.

Let me clear the air. If you have ever read my content and coaching, I am often heard providing alternatives to Xactimate for a host of reasons. That is usually met with die-hard fans hearing what they think I am saying…and that is that Xactimate is not good. In general, it is a very powerful tool and software. That said, I feel a few factors exist that create negative impacts on contractors’ businesses. Let me Explain.

What's wrong with Xactimate?

Honestly nothing. It is a software program. A tool. A program designed to assist in creating an accurate estimate for...

Claims Adjuster Conference 2023

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From the Desk of Klark Brown (No AI was used in the creation of this writing or blog)

It is conference season, my friends. Get ready !!

Were you invited? Are only “PRERRERED” invited?

We already had the RIA Expo, Nexxus, DKI, and the Spring Experience was recently in Ft Lauderdale.

I encourage you to get that new outfit for the 2023 Claims Denial Adjusters Conference.

We are hearing that about 4500 Claims Specialists (they don’t even use adjusters most of the time anymore).

This is going to be held in Salt Lake City, near their cousins of Verisk and Xactimate. Makes logical sense to the organizers

A large group will be gathered for 2 full days of learning and networking.

What you can expect:

DAY 1

Welcome and greetings 8 am
Tips to justify ignoring clients' emails and phone calls 9:15-10:30 am
Avoiding assertions that you may not be an adjuster 10:45-11:30
Learning construction or remediation standard (IICCRC) 11:30...

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