---
title: "How to Create a New Order (Legacy) on Mercury Network®"
slug: "how-to-create-a-new-order-in-mercury-network-1"
tags: ["Mercury Network - VMP Client", "Mercury Network"]
updated: 2026-10-21T15:53:32Z
published: 2026-10-21T15:53:32Z
canonical: "docs.cotality.com/how-to-create-a-new-order-in-mercury-network-1"
---

> ## Documentation Index
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# How to Create a New Order (Legacy) on Mercury Network®

## Overview

Creating a new order allows you to enter property details, contact information, and instructions for the vendor. The New Order workflow ensures all required information is captured before submission.

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## How to Create a New Legacy Order

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1. Navigate to the toolbar on the upper left and select **New Order**.
2. Click **Legacy Form**.

> [!NOTE]
> **Note**: If you see the *Client Group* drop-down, use it to select the Client Group in which to place the new order.
3. Fill out the appraisal order information. Fields marked with a red asterisk (*) are required.

> [!NOTE]
> **Note**: If your client or lender has configured their order form to require certain information for the property contacts, the required fields are marked with a red asterisk and must be filled out before placing the order. Additionally, the contact method drop-down menus for required fields are grayed out and cannot be changed when the client sets them as required fields.
  1. Enter the **Contact and Access Information** for the order. Enter the contacts' names, select their preferred contact methods using the drop down menus, and enter their contact information in the appropriate fields.
  2. Enter any **Additional Notification Recipients**. If you need to send notifications to anyone that isn't covered in the order and contact information, enter their email address here. Separate multiple recipients using a semicolon (;).
4. Enter any **Additional Comments or Instructions to Vendor**. If you have additional information for the vendor not covered in the order form, enter it here.
5. Click **Next**.
6. Confirm your order and click **Next**.
7. Attach documents if necessary or click **Finished** to place your order.
8. Your order has been placed click **OK**.

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## Outcome

After completing these steps, you will be able to create a new order, enter required details, add contacts and instructions, confirm fees and payment method, and attach documents. This ensures the order is submitted accurately and ready for vendor assignment.