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So its getting toward the end of the month, and you're eagerly looking for the postman to arrive as you've been waiting days for Mr Smith's tenancy agreement to be returned, so you can release the keys, hit your targets and bag your commission! If only he hadn't been away on business, you would have had this sorted weeks ago.

Stop Press - there is a way to speed things up! Electronic signatures are widely being adopted by the property industry as a method for streamlining processes and improving customer service. This online solution is helping businesses to reduce costs, save time and increase productivity. Win-Win-Win.

Ok, so what is an electronic signature It's a way to get legal approval of a document through a secure online email tracking platform. Signatures went digital years ago with the introduction of Chip & Pin and PDA's yet it's still a novel concept to some traditional industries where pen and ink has always been the accepted norm.

Is it legal of course it is and yes it will stand up in court probably more so than the traditional postal methods when you don't even see the person open the letter at the other end of the envelope! The Electronic Communications Act 2000 sets out regulations and guidelines for recognised digital methods of collecting a signature.

What can it be used for Well the list is extensive but particularly in the property world, imagine taking an inventory on an iPad, uploading it to a website, emailing it to the landlord and tenant straight away. You could have their authorisation before you've even got back in your car. Or, your tenant has to go away on business and you need to get the agreement signed so he can move in a month earlier than planned. He's got his smart phone with him all you need to do is email it to him, he can click a link, tick a box and job done - ready to move no time wasted. Deposit protection agreements and releases, contracts with vendors, buyers and suppliers, AST's, compliance, even internal HR documents. There's huge possibilities.

So if you're tired of printing, scanning and emailing and waiting for the postman to knock why not try an online electronic signature solution.

Signable offers a FREE 14 day no commitment trial, where you can upload templates , personalise documents and test the system and tracking for yourself. And if you have any questions our UK based support team would be happy to help - call them on 0800 612 6263. For more info visit www.signable.co.uk

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