SYLVA, NC & NAPLES, FL – December 29, 2025 – Software for Real Estate Professionals (SFREP), a leading provider of appraisal software, and Makena, the developer of the revolutionary InstaPlan® mobile data platform, today announced a strategic integration between InstaPlan and SFREP’s flagship product, Appraise-It Pro.
This collaboration directly addresses the industry’s urgent transition to the new GSE mandates, enhancing efficiency and accuracy for residential real estate appraisers by creating a seamless digital thread from the property inspection to the final report.
The integration empowers appraisers to utilize Makena’s iOS-native InstaPlan app, which leverages LiDAR technology on iPhone Pro and iPad Pro devices. As the appraiser walks the property, InstaPlan automatically generates an accurate digital floor plan, calculates GLA, and organizes photos and room-level data in real-time. This critical field data is then instantly synchronized with Appraise-It Pro, eliminating manual data entry and reducing the risk of Quality Control (QC) rejections.
Appraise-It Pro is notably the first of the “big four” software providers to secure approval from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac for the creation and delivery of UAD 3.6 reports, making this integration a vital infrastructure component for the modern appraiser.
“The transition to UAD 3.6 is the most significant shift in appraisal technology in a generation,” said Anthony Guarascio, Co-Founder and CEO of Makena. “It demands that we move from static form-filling to dynamic, mobile-first data capture. By fusing InstaPlan’s on-site speed with Appraise-It Pro’s robust reporting, we aren’t just helping appraisers comply; we are handing them the most efficient workflow in the industry. We are thrilled to partner with a legacy leader like SFREP to bridge the gap between the field and the desktop.”
“Makena is extremely excited about our partnership with SFREP. The innovative and seamless integration of Makena’s InstaPlan mobile application and SFREP’s Appraise-It Pro software will enable appraisers to instantly and accurately capture fully-editable floorplans with GLA, collect property data, take photos in minutes, and produce all required proof of work in seconds. This partnership will also allow appraisers to operate within the current UAD 2.6 standards and differentiate in their transition to UAD 3.6,” said Steve Yatko – Makena’s co-founder and Chief Technology Officer.
Matt Johnson, Director of Communications for SFREP, commented, “Since our founding in 1983, we have been committed to providing our customers with the best tools available. This integration with InstaPlan reflects that commitment, giving Appraise-It Pro users access to state-of-the-art data collection technology. By linking Makena’s innovative sketching and data with our Appraise-It Pro software suite, we are providing a substantial competitive edge to our appraisers.”
About InstaPlan and Makena
Makena is the developer of InstaPlan, an enterprise-grade mobile application that industrializes residential real estate data collection. Utilizing advanced LiDAR and AI, the app enables “scan-to-report” capabilities, generating automated floor plans, GLA calculations, and photo organization in minutes. InstaPlan is designed to meet the rigorous demands of UAD 3.6, serving appraisers, AMCs, and lenders. Learn more at https://www.makena.ai/
About Software for Real Estate Professionals and Appraise-It Pro
Software for Real Estate Professionals (SFREP) is a Louisiana-based technology company founded in 1983. SFREP’s flagship product, Appraise-It Pro, is a comprehensive residential appraisal software suite trusted by professionals nationwide. SFREP was among the first software providers approved by the GSEs to create and deliver UAD 3.6 reports. SFREP maintains offices in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Greenville, South Carolina; and Sylva, North Carolina. Discover more at https://sfrep.com.
Media Contacts:
Matt Johnson
SFREP Director of Communications
matt@sfrep.com
Joseph Flanagan Makena
Director of Business Operations
joseph@makena.ai
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