Behind the times?

Hi Shannon, I have HEARD of Docusign here on Active Rain particularly from some California agents. Other than the comments you receive here, maybe search the blog posts on it. It is a projected future trend to do more electronic signatures in the future. It hasn't caught on in our area yet.

Sorry, haven't heard of it and sounds like you are more advanced technologically than myself.  Like Gary's suggestion/idea, tho.

I have heard of docusign. I don't use it yet, but I do know of some local businesses that use something like this. I think it's a great way to save on paper and to get a fast signature.

I also agree with you trying to make the selling/buying process as easy as possible I am looking for many ways to do this, so if you hear of something let me know and I'll do the same for you.

What I have learned by being on here, is postlets are very good for your listing presentations if you don't have them automatically updated from the MLS. Also, Linkedin is a good network to join. Oh and they also make those labtop notebooks that flip into the virtual signature so that you don't waste paper. Hope you hear any good ideas from you and thanks for the post.

Melissa

Greg Nino is using Docusign... I've heard some underwriters aren't accepting electronic signatures so I haven't gone that route yet.

We just did a deal today on it and it is absolutely amazing.  I was watching my business partner and his client drag over initials and signatures and it went to the buyer and they did the same (In Texas both parties have to agree to use the system).  Five minutes later, we have the agreement no different than it looks on ZipForms but with electronic signatures. It prints out just like zip forms with the added verbiage in blue, and the quality is exactly as it is when merely printing a form from zip forms.  THIS IS HUGE as lenders are kicking back agreements FROM UNDERWRITING that have too many scratch outs. Now we will see if this puppy closes...........

Hi Shannon,

There are some agents that I know in the Seattle area that are using Docusign. It has been especially useful when dealing with out of town or relocation clients.  They have found that some of the advantages are:

• No more faxing back and forth so document is legible
• Convenient for the client they only need an internet connection
• Client does not have to find access to a fax machine
• The system ensures the client signs in the correct locations and no missing signature.

Before proceeding I would suggest that you check to find out if you can use Docusign in your State/County and the requirements for using this system.

Hope this helps.

Sharon