Michael LaPeter of The GeekEstate Blog asked Should You Switch to Electronic Signatures?

YES.

I know I’m biased, but with so many benefits including time savings, document storage and management, and increased customer or client satisfaction, I think businesses and professionals should strongly consider going paperless and adopting electronic signature technology.

Benefits of DocuSign Electronic Signature Service:

  • Removes pen and paper from the paperwork process
  • Eliminates print-sign-scan-fax process
  • No need to shred physical documents once you’ve digitized them – they’ve been electronic records the entire time
  • Document content is clear and easy to read – no more fax distortion
  • Integration with forms creation software such as WINForms, zipForms, IRES, and others maintains the integrity of the paperless process
  • Contracts and extensions can be signed and returned by out-of-town or traveling clients in fewer than 10 minutes
  • No more missed signatures or initials due to DocuSign’s yellow stick-e-tabs
  • 100% audit trail and three levels of authentication available: Email, PIN number and ID Check

Additional Information:

  • Cost: Pricing starts at $15.95/month with a pre-paid, annual plan. With a DocuSign Free Trial, you can try DocuSign risk-free for 30 days. The Free Trial pricing starts automatically at the basic month to month rate, with an option to upgrade to an Advanced plan or switch to annual pricing. This provides subscribers with a high level of flexibility.
  • Electronic signature acceptance: DocuSign has teamed up with the Electronic Signature and Records Association (ESRA) to have productive discussions with the FHA regarding electronic signatures on real estate contracts and they are working together to come up with a rapid solution.

If you have any questions or comments, please leave us a comment. If you’re interested in connecting in real life, DocuSign will be in San Diego at RE Bar Camp San Diego on November 12th, and at NAR EXPO November 13th – 16th.

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