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Behind the times, but I'm finally with DocuSign

By Michelle Gibson

Real Estate Agent with Hansen Real Estate Group Inc.

July 31, 2011 05:19 AM

The first time I heard of DocuSign I thought it was really cool and considered incorporating into my business, but between using E-Fax and a scanner I really didn't see the need. However two weeks ago I decided to give it a try and there is no turning back.

DocuSign is super easy to use, extremely convenient and keeps contracts looking clean. Plus, my clients NEVER miss an initial or signature, so when it hits my inbox I know it's complete.

While it's only been two weeks I've already used it with several clients and the feedback has been great. I even had another agent question me about it because they too thought it was cool, but didn't see a need for it. Although after they saw how clean the contract remained they may incorporate it into their business too.

If you haven't tried DocuSign yet, I highly recommend doing so, they even have a FREE trial for those who are unsure.

This post is a submission to the DocuSign/ActiveRain Electronic Signature Stories Contest. It's possible I will win a prize for writing this post. You could win a prize too by going to the Contest Announcement and sharing your own story.

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Catherine Ulrey

Keller Williams Capital City - Salem, OR

Equestrian and Acreage Property Specialist

This has been on my "to do" list forever, thank you for the reminder.

Jul 31, 2011 05:36 AM

Laurie Martinez

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties - Dana Point, CA

South Orange County Real Estate

This is an invaluable tool, with the one caveat that some banks won't accept electronic signatures in short sale or REO transactions.

Jul 31, 2011 05:42 AM

Robert Hammerstein -

Christie's International Real Estate - Hillsdale, NJ

Bergen County NJ Real Estate

Michelle - We too have never used Docusign as I had come up against an attorney who wouldn't use it and a bank that did not accept electronic signatures either. The concept is intriguing but we have been doing PDF contracts across the country and never had a problem with them... I am curious of course about trying this out on a full time basis if I can get the other parties in our transactions on the same page..

Jul 31, 2011 12:42 PM

Renée Donohue~Home Photography

Savvy Home Pix - Allegan, MI

Western Michigan Real Estate Photographer

Glad you are diggin the ease of docusign! Right up your technological savvy alley!

Jul 31, 2011 01:01 PM

Kathy Streib

Cypress, TX

Home Stager/Redesign

Michelle- I'm not a Realtor, but if I were, I'd definitely look into DocuSign.

Jul 31, 2011 01:11 PM

Elizabeth Weintraub Sacramento Broker

Elizabeth Anne Weintraub, Broker - Sacramento, CA

Put 40 years of experience to work for you

There is no going back. You are correct. But what's really funny about DocuSign is how much you beat yourself up over it for not signing up a long time ago. I have no idea how anybody can be in business without incorporating DocuSign. It's such a time saver and so incredibly easy and fast to use. Glad you came over to the light, LOL.

Jul 31, 2011 01:13 PM

Michelle Gibson

Hansen Real Estate Group Inc. - Wellington, FL

REALTOR

Catherine - You definitely have to try it out

Laurie - Very true, but wet signatures can always be obtained later

Robert - That's what I was using and if need be will continue to use this method when needed, but for every thing else I'll use DocuSign.

Renee - Yes, it is and as usual it takes me forever to jump on things.

Kathy - I'm glad I finally incorporated it

Elizabeth - I know I know I know....the light is great

Jul 31, 2011 01:28 PM

Bob & Leilani Souza

Souza Realty 916.408.5500 - Roseville, CA

Greater Sacramento Area Homes, Land & Investments

Michelle, I completely agree with you about the "not missing a signature or initial" part...electronic signatures make my job easier simply because I don't have to check to make sure they didn't miss anything! :)

Leilani

Jul 31, 2011 04:37 PM

Larry Brewer - Benchmark Realty llc

Benchmark Realty LLc - Nashville, TN

Michelle - after reading Debe's post and now yours, I see that docusign might be added to my list of things to work on this month.

Aug 01, 2011 07:28 AM

Anja Kerstens, 669.270.8034

Compass - Morgan Hill, CA

GRI, NHCB, CDPE, CHS. Silicon Valley Homes

Michelle, our association emailed me just yesterday about a free version of DocuSign. I will have to check it out since I have been using eSign and love it. So much faster, easier and convenient.

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Aug 01, 2011 12:59 PM

Debe Maxwell, CRS

Savvy + Company (704) 491-3310 - Charlotte, NC

The RIGHT CHARLOTTE REALTOR!

I absolutely LOVE DocuSign! I used it all weekend and just can't BELIEVE the ease of a transaction now! I have one client that is listing 4 properties with me over the next few months and getting those docs to him (in another country actually!), has been such a luxury.

Aug 01, 2011 03:01 PM

Leilani - It's a very nice feature

Larry - You should try it out, there is a free trial version

Anja - I haven't heard of eSign, but I'm assuming it's very similar to DocuSign

Debe - It's soooo nice especially when our clients aren't local

Aug 02, 2011 11:40 AM

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