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IAnet and PowerClaim Expand Relationship
August 15, 2008

IAnet and PowerClaim Expand Relationship

Extended relationship will offer IAnet Appraisers a powerful property estimation tool at a discounted price

Scottsdale, AZ and Murray, KY- August 5, 2008- IAnet and Hawkins Research, Inc.’s PowerClaim have expanded their relationship to help independent appraisers utilize state-of-the-art property software at a discounted price. IAnet is a leading national independent appraisal network offering auto, heavy equipment, and property estimating appraisals. Hawkins Research, Inc.’s PowerClaim is a leading comprehensive property estimation software company assisting carriers in reducing loss severity. Under the agreement, affiliated IAnet Appraisers will be offered PowerClaim XML at below market, discounted prices. The PowerClaim solution offers appraisers powerful, user friendly, stand-alone property estimation software featuring current construction data provided by Craftsman Book Company, photo sheets, diagrams, captioned reports, and more.

“IAnet is excited about its relationship with PowerClaim and the opportunity for our appraiser affiliates to utilize their solutions for our customers,” said Rick Morris, Audit Manager, IAnet. “This will strengthen our property estimates accuracy while giving our IA affiliates a powerful and easy tool at a great affordable price.”

“Hawkins Research, Inc. is ready to assist IAnet affiliates with an easy-to-use property estimating solution that helps increase profit margins and close more files. We feel this business relationship will truly be advantageous for all parties involved. Not only is PowerClaim XML the least expensive property estimating tool on the market, but it is also very straightforward and easy to learn,” said William Morris Account Manager, Hawkins Research, Inc.

Independent Appraisers currently utilize various property estimation platforms with varying results. With ever-increasing costs and severity, PowerClaim ensures itself as the most accurate and sophisticated property estimating platform available.

About IAnet IAnet is an industry leader in claims management, and is the nation’s most comprehensive Insurance Appraisal Network. We offer electronic-based assignments, centralized dispatch communication and reporting between insurance carriers and independent appraisers. We distinguish our self with a seasoned and superior internal Audit Team. IAnet’s single vendor philosophy enhances the operation of Claims Departments by undertaking the tasks associated with the independent appraisal process and allows their Clients to reap the benefits of extensive appraisal coverage areas, highly personal service, reduced cycle times and claim severity. IAnet services are utilized by insurance companies, fleet administrators, risk management companies, leasing companies, municipalities and banks. IAnet service providers are qualified to handle auto and light truck, homeowner’s and commercial property, heavy equipment, classic vehicles, recreational vehicles and personal watercraft appraisals. IAnet manages the entire appraisal process electronically which results in quality reports and reduced cycle times. IAnet holds itself to the highest of standards in order to rise above and work hard for customer satisfaction. For more information, visit http://ianetwork.net or contact Alicia Forte of IAnet at 480-596-1105.

About Hawkins Research, Inc. PowerClaim

PowerClaim XML is a full-featured estimating software solution for adjusters and contractors that have been on the market since 1998. PowerClaim XML is one of three solutions provided by Hawkins Research, Inc. to help carriers improve their loss ratios. It allows for the user to quickly complete estimates as well as create photo sheets, diagrams, captioned reports and more. With PowerClaim XML, users have the power to get work done quickly and efficiently. If you would like more information about PowerClaim XML, visit http://www.powerclaim.com or contact William Morris with PowerClaim at 800-736-1246.