# AppraisalAPI > AppraisalAPI extracts BRAVE-format data from commercial real estate appraisal PDFs. Upload an appraisal and instantly get all 99 BRAVE (Banking Real Estate Appraisal Valuation Exchange) fields as structured JSON, XLSX, or CSV. Free web tool with 5 extractions per day, plus a REST API for programmatic access. ## Docs - [API Documentation](https://www.appraisalapi.com/docs): REST API reference for extracting BRAVE data from CRE appraisal PDFs. Covers authentication, endpoints (extract, download, health), BRAVE field schema, rate limits, and error codes. ## Blog - [What Is BRAVE? The New Standard for CRE Appraisal Data](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/what-is-brave): Overview of the BRAVE 99-field data standard and the problem it solves for banks and appraisers. - [The Complete BRAVE 99-Field Reference](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/brave-99-fields-reference): Every BRAVE field documented with data types, descriptions, and downloadable templates. - [The 99 Fields of BRAVE: Complete Field Guide](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/99-fields-of-brave): Walkthrough of all 99 BRAVE fields organized by category with explanations. - [Why Banks Are Requiring BRAVE for Commercial Appraisals](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/why-banks-require-brave): How BRAVE eliminates manual data entry waste and saves banks 300+ hours annually. - [Bank OZK BRAVE Mandate: What Appraisers Need to Know](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/bank-ozk-brave-mandate): Bank OZK requires BRAVE data with all commercial appraisals after March 15, 2026. - [BRAVE vs MISMO vs UAD: Appraisal Data Standards Compared](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/brave-vs-mismo-vs-uad): Detailed comparison of BRAVE, MISMO, and UAD covering scope, format, and use cases. - [BRAVE Validation: How to Verify Your Appraisal Data](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/brave-validation-guide): How the official BRAVE validator and AppraisalAPI verify appraisal data quality. - [How to Create a BRAVE File for Your CRE Appraisal](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/how-to-create-brave-file): Step-by-step guide covering manual, template, and automated extraction approaches. - [How to Generate a BRAVE Format for Your Appraisal Report](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/generate-brave-format-appraisal): Comparing manual entry, software export, and AI-powered extraction methods. - [Commercial Appraisal Data Extraction: Manual vs Automated](https://www.appraisalapi.com/blog/manual-vs-automated-extraction): Cost, accuracy, and speed analysis of manual vs automated appraisal data extraction. ## Guides - [BRAVE Compliance Checklist](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-compliance-checklist): Pre-submission checklist covering required fields, validation steps, and common issues. - [Common BRAVE Validation Errors](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-validation-errors): Most common validation errors and how to fix them, including math and formatting issues. - [BRAVE vs Manual Data Entry](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-vs-manual-entry): Error rates, processing time, cost, and compliance benefits of BRAVE over manual entry. - [BRAVE Guide for Bank OZK](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-bank-ozk): Required fields, submission formats, and common pitfalls for Bank OZK submissions. - [BRAVE Guide for JPMorgan Chase](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-jpmorgan): Required fields, formatting rules, and rejection triggers for JPMorgan Chase. - [BRAVE Guide for Wells Fargo](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-wells-fargo): Field requirements, validation rules, and tips for Wells Fargo submissions. - [BRAVE for Regional Banks](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-regional-banks): API integration, validation workflows, and portfolio analytics for regional banks. - [BRAVE for Community Banks](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-community-banks): Implementation steps and benefits for smaller CRE lenders adopting BRAVE. - [Export BRAVE from ARGUS](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-argus): Export setup, field mapping, and validation for ARGUS Enterprise and ARGUS DCF. - [Export BRAVE from Valcre](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-valcre): Settings, field mapping, validation, and troubleshooting for Valcre exports. - [BRAVE Income & NOI Fields](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-income-fields): PGI, vacancy, EGI, operating expenses, NOI, and line-item expense categories. - [BRAVE Cap Rate Fields Explained](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-cap-rate-fields): Overall cap rate, terminal cap rate, discount rate, and derivation methods. - [BRAVE Valuation Fields Guide](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-valuation-fields): As-is, as-stabilized, as-complete values, reconciliation, and exposure time. - [BRAVE Fields for Multifamily](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-multifamily): Unit mix, rental income, NOI, and valuation fields for apartment properties. - [BRAVE Fields for Office Properties](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-office): Lease data, tenant rollover, operating expenses, and valuation for office CRE. - [BRAVE Fields for Industrial](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-industrial): Warehouse, flex, and manufacturing fields including clear heights and dock counts. - [BRAVE Fields for Retail Properties](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-retail): Percentage rent, tenant sales, CAM charges, and retail-specific valuation data. - [BRAVE Fields for Hospitality](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-hospitality): RevPAR, ADR, occupancy, departmental income, and FF&E reserves for hotels. - [BRAVE Excel Template Download](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-excel-template): Downloadable Excel template with field layout, data entry tips, and export options. - [BRAVE CSV Format Guide](https://www.appraisalapi.com/guides/brave-csv-format): Column structure, data types, encoding rules, and common formatting errors. ## Optional - 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