Software for Real Estate Professionals (SFREP), AIMSdashboard, North State Bank, and NC Appraiser Adam Winstead Successfully Complete Industry Milestone
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RALEIGH, NC – November 20, 2025 – A major milestone was achieved on Friday, November 14th as North Carolina residential appraiser Adam Winstead, using software from Software for Real Estate Professionals (SFREP – sfrep.com), along with appraisal submission partner AIMSdashboard (aimsdashboard.com), and lender North State Bank (northstatebank.com), successfully submitted the first-ever appraisal report in the new Uniform Appraisal Dataset (UAD) 3.6 format.
This successful submission solidifies SFREP’s leadership role in the technology required for real estate valuation modernization. The company, whose programming and support team operates from the mountains of Western North Carolina, was the second appraisal software provider overall and the first of the “big four” major software providers to officially complete the comprehensive UAD 3.6 verification process with Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
The pioneering report was prepared by appraiser Adam Winstead using SFREP’s flagship software, Appraise-It Pro, for North State Bank, a community bank based in Raleigh, NC. Upon completion, the report was securely transmitted to the lender through the AIMSdashboard platform.
“Submitting the first UAD 3.6 appraisal is a moment of pride for our entire team,” said Matt Johnson, Director of Communications at SFREP. “This wasn’t just a compliance exercise; it was a real-world demonstration that our software, Appraise-It Pro, is not only compliant but ready to handle the full complexity of the new data standard. By being the first of the major providers to complete the verification process, we ensure our users can transition confidently and without delay.”
UAD 3.6 is a critical update designed to improve data quality, consistency, and standardization across the housing finance sector. The successful end-to-end delivery of the report proves that the necessary infrastructure is in place to support the industry’s move toward modernization.
Adam Winstead, the appraiser who completed the report, commented, “The process turned out to be much easier than I anticipated, and I’m excited to have taken an early step into the future of the appraisal industry. Gaining this experience has strengthened my confidence and removed any fear of falling behind.”
To ensure compliance with UAD 3.6 requirements, North State Bank leveraged AIMSdashboard’s workflow platform to select appraisers who attested to being “ready, willing, and able”. Chris Williams, President and CTO of AIMSdashboard, explained, “Maintaining strong business controls during the transition to modernized appraisals is essential to ensure competency, training, interest, and technical capability. The AIMSdashboard platform incorporates appraiser attestations for all three criteria and requires identification of the enabling software—Appraise-It Pro—to validate those claims. Given the initial scarcity of appraisers meeting these standards, operational controls are critical for effective appraisal management.”
The three organizations involved, SFREP, AIMSdashboard, and North State Bank, are committed to supporting the appraisal and lending communities through the mandated adoption of the new data standards.
About SFREP (Software for Real Estate Professionals): Founded in 1983 and based in Baton Rouge, LA, SFREP provides the industry-leading Appraise-It Pro software, helping thousands of real estate appraisers produce accurate, compliant, and professional valuation reports quickly and efficiently. SFREP is dedicated to staying at the forefront of industry technology and compliance standards. (sfrep.com)
About AIMSdashboard: Chapel Hill, NC based AIMSdashboard is a technology platform focused on streamlined appraisal management and automated delivery, providing lenders and appraisers with tools to ensure fast and compliant report submission. (aimsdashboard.com)
About North State Bank: Founded in 2000, North State Bank is an independent, full-service community bank serving Wake and New Hanover counties through seven offices. The Bank operates four unique business line divisions: CommunityPLUS—for community management associations, Government Lending—including SBA, Mortgage, and a Specialized Lending Group (SLG) for developers and builders. (northstatebank.com)
Media Contact:
Matt Johnson
Director of Communications, SFREP
matt@sfrep.com
(828) 919-9082
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