Proprietary Software vs Excel: Goal Seek
Goal Seek is a trial and error solution to complex calculations. Our proprietary software that outperforms Excel for the average user by automating the iterative calculations required for Residual Land Value calculations. A software license also offers cost savings compared to hiring consultants to build specialist Excel spreadsheets.
READ FULL ARTICLEGOV.uk DAT file limitations
The GOV.uk website offers a free Excel based Development Appraisal Tool [DAT file], but it comes with limitations which may put some developers off.
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READ FULL ARTICLE“Trust me, the circular references are intentional.”
Excel can produce a residual land value, but it does so by working around circular references through Goal Seek or iterations. That introduces dependency — something purpose-built appraisal software removes by design.
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