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Xactimate Tips & Tricks with Seth Harrison!

August 12, 2020

In this episode of R&R's Ask the Expert, Actionable Insights Executive Director Seth Harrison talks estimating, estimating, estimating. As some contractors struggle to find value with Xactimate, he discusses the software's role and purpose in today's insurance restoration industry. He also offers tips on staying on top of Xactimate updates and price list changes, and gives insights on what contractors should be doing on a regular bases to be sure their estimates are as complete and thorough as possible.

Lastly, Seth reveals what he thinks contractors need to do to stay relevant in a pandemic, and eventually post-pandemic world

KEYWORDS: Estimating software restoration estimating Xactimate

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