CLIP®
Bring data clarity to the property ecosystem
CLIP ID: Connecting property data
We assign every U.S. property a unique, persistent number—CLIP ID® (Cotality's Integrated Property ID). Powered by CoreAI, this unique identifier links every deed, permit, listing, and geospatial record associated with a property across hundreds of datasets—even if the property isn't listed in public tax databases yet.
By creating a single, golden record, CLIP eliminates data silos, cleans up mismatched records, and delivers a 360-degree view of any property. Stop wasting resources on manual reconciliation and start working with property data that is complete, connected, and instantly ready for analysis.
CLIP empowers you to stop guessing, reduce errors, and work with property data that's complete, connected, and ready to use.


Clarity for every property
CLIP gives you a better way to work with data — resolve data discrepancies, link property data across datasets, create one trusted view for every property, and replace complexity with clarity.

CoreAI-based matching
CLIP uses advanced AI to link and standardize property records, even those not yet reflected in tax-rolls, so you can identify, analyze, and act with confidence.
Persistent through property changes
CLIP maintains property lineage and consistency through APN changes, parcel splits/merges, and boundary shifts—ensuring stable and traceable records.
Scalable data enrichment
CLIP enriches internal and third-party datasets by connecting disparate property records, reducing redundancy and unlocking deeper insights.

CoreAI-based matching
CLIP uses advanced AI to link and standardize property records, even those not yet reflected in tax-rolls, so you can identify, analyze, and act with confidence.
Persistent through property changes
CLIP maintains property lineage and consistency through APN changes, parcel splits/merges, and boundary shifts—ensuring stable and traceable records.
Scalable data enrichment
CLIP enriches internal and third-party datasets by connecting disparate property records, reducing redundancy and unlocking deeper insights.
FAQ
What is the Cotality CLIP ID, and how is this generated?
The CLIP ID (Cotality’s property identifier) is a CoreAI-powered, unique, and persistent number assigned to every U.S. property. It is generated by a proprietary five-step algorithm that leverages massive datasets, including over 157 million parcels, 200 million addresses, and 175 million structures. By integrating deed records, permits, listings, and geospatial data, CLIP delivers unmatched accuracy and completeness, even when dealing with conflicting or incomplete data inputs.
How is CLIP different from addresses or APNs?
Addresses and Assessor’s Parcel Numbers (APNs) are often non-unique, change over time, and vary across jurisdictions. CLIP solves this by assigning each property a stable, persistent ID that reconciles discrepancies across formats, systems, and time — ensuring continuity and clarity even as properties evolve.
What types of properties does CLIP cover?
CLIP applies to all types of residential and commercial real estate across the U.S. — from vacant lots and single-family homes to office buildings, multi-unit condos, and properties not yet recorded in public datasets. If it can be bought, sold, or developed, CLIP can identify it.
Can CLIP be integrated into my existing datasets or systems?
Yes. CLIP IDs can be appended to your internal datasets and are embedded into Cotality’s datasets and solutions. This allows seamless integration, data deduplication, and enriched analysis across your workflows without overhauling existing systems.
Does CLIP replace existing property data?
No. CLIP doesn’t replace your data — it enhances it. By acting as a standardized, persistent identifier, CLIP links and reconciles disparate records across datasets, helping you extract more value, reduce duplication, and improve decision-making.
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