Four Reasons to Go Paperless

4 Reasons to Go Paperless

The proof is all around us in 2016 – We are living in a digital world, one where paper is being used less and less frequently, and business is being conducted almost exclusively online.

This is especially true in the world of real estate, where nearly all prospective home buyers now begin their searches on the Internet. Long gone are the days of leafing through big books filled with listed homes and mailing forms back and forth to one another.

In a time when pretty much everyone has a smart phone and is never out of touch, it just makes sense to go paperless.

Here’s why:

Efficiency. Nearly everything is now done digitally, meaning agents essentially can take their offices on the road with them. With email, e-signing, cloud based storage and more, there’s really no need to return to the office if you’re in need of a document. Save yourself some gas and time, and do things via your smart phone or laptop.

Environment. Help save the environment – while also saving money in the process. Think about how much you spend annually in copier paper, ink, toner and more (and how much harm overuse of these products does to the environment).

Organization. Cloud-based systems are taking over the business world, and will continue to do so. Using products like Dropbox or Google Drive can greatly help you and your business be more organized and productive. No more piles of paper on your desk; one push of a button on your phone or computer and any document you need can be retrieved instantly.

Customer Service. With digital storage devices and greater flexibility, your clients can now expect better service from you, their trusted REALTOR®. This also has the added benefit of improving your reputation and referral business.

So here’s the bottom line – going paperless today can have incredible benefits for your growing real estate business. If you’ve been in the business for a long time, it may be a difficult transition, but one we think you’ll be glad you embraced.

Interview with Chris Lind, REALTOR®

SCAORCast – 08/01/16 – Interview with Chris Lind, REALTOR®

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.) Our thanks to Parkway Law for sponsoring this episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Join us in welcoming Merritt Burke IV on August 11th at 3:30 PM at the SCAOR Office for a meet & greet with light refreshments.  Register here!

  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)

SCAORCast – 07/25/16 – Interview with Bill Davis, REALTOR®

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.) Our thanks to Acopia Home Loans for sponsoring this episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Join us in welcoming Merritt Burke IV on August 11th at 3:30 PM at the SCAOR Office for a meet & greet with light refreshments.  Register here!

  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)
SCAORCAST - Join us in welcoming our new CEO on August 11th!

SCAORCAST – 07/18/16 – Join us in welcoming our new CEO on August 11th!

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.) Our thanks to the Berl & Feinberg, LLP for sponsoring this episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Join us in welcoming Merritt Burke IV on August 11th at 3:30 PM at the SCAOR Office for a meet & greet with light refreshments.

  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)
SCAORCast Monday – 06/27/16 – New Salesperson? Don't Miss These Classes!

SCAORCast Monday – 06/27/16 – New Salesperson? Don’t Miss These Classes!

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.)  Our thanks to The Foundation’s Harvest Gala on September 29th for sponsoring today’s episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • We have a few New Salesperson Classes coming up.  There’s Module 3, Real Estate Documents on July 12th, and Modules 2 & 4, that’s Buyer Representation and Real Estate Professionalism on July 14th.  You can register for all of those by going to SCAORStore, and clicking on Classes.

  • Last Thursday was the ROTY and Good Neighbor awards, and the party for the Centennial of the term REALTOR®.  If you missed out, there was plenty of food, giveaways like an Apple watch and flatscreen TVs.  Congratulations to Dustin Parker, our Good Neighbor as well as Allison Stine for our ROTY.

  • One other quick piece of info: This is your reminder that MLS Billing is Due by June 30th.  Brokers need to check that everyone in their office has been paid, or the office is terminated and there’s a 50 reconnect fee for each individual.

  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)
Will You Win the Apple Watch This Thursday? & "One Question With a REALTOR®".

SCAORCast Monday – 06/20/16 – Will You Win the Apple Watch this Thursday?

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.)  Our thanks to the 100 Year’s REALTOR® Party for sponsoring today’s episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Remember to RSVP for the 100 Year Realtor Celebration happening on June 23rd.  We’re going to have an awesome reception-style party with food, music, awards and more, and it’s all free.  All you have to do is go to scaor.com/party to register.

  • Today we have One Question with a REALTOR®: Trina Joyner sharing her advice for new agents.
  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)

SCAORCast Monday – 06/13/16 – Don’t Miss the Party of the Century!

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.)  Our thanks to Royal Pest Solutions for sponsoring today’s episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Leg Action Day – Tomorrow is Legislative action day, where REALTORS® make their voice heard in the states capital at Leg hall.  We’ll be addressing issues like the rocket docket which expedites project review process, supporting the clean water for Delaware act with the stipulation that the least possible impact is made on taxpayers, property owners and business owners., and opposing HS 1 for HB 200, the parking lot bill that places an undue burden on the counties for enforcement and can be prohibitively expensing for business owners.  Know that we’re on location tomorrow working for you!

  • Call to Action from NAR – Keep an eye out for a call to action from NAR.  Help us reach the 20% participation rate by Telling the U.S. Senate to Pass HR 3700 & Get to Work for Future Homebuyers.  Keep an eye out on your emails today for that.

  • Remember to RSVP for the 100 Year Realtor Celebration happening on June 23rd.  We’re going to have an awesome reception-style party with food, music, awards and more, and it’s all free.  All you have to do is go to scaor.com/party to register.

  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)

SCAORCast Monday – 06/06/16 – Sign Ordinance and One Question with a Staff Member

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.)  Our thanks to Women’s Council of REALTORS® for sponsoring today’s episode.

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Tomorrow there is a Sign Ordinance amendment before Sussex County Council on at 10am.  This proposed amendment has significantly negative impacts upon your business.  SCAOR is holding a position of opposition to this amendment.  If you haven’t already responded to the call to action, You may do so now by clicking here.
  • One Question with a staff member: “What are some of the essential tools for a REALTOR® to have in their technology toolkit?  And what’s ahead?”
  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)

SCAORCast Monday – 05/23/16 – Coastal Municipalities Pre-Season Meeting & Lockbox Announcement

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.)  Our thanks to Caliber Home Loans for sponsoring today’s episode. Special Note:  There will be no SCAORCast next Monday in observance of Memorial Day.  We hope you enjoy the holiday!  

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Today we take you on-location to the Rental Affairs and Coastal Municipalities Preseason meeting.  You can also read more about it in last Friday’s blog post.
  • As of July 1st, SCAOR will no longer be covering the cost to replace a battery of a generation 2 or 3 lockbox, a fee of $75 will be assessed for each replacement by our locksmith.  Power Paddles will be available for purchase starting today at the scaor office for $100.
  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)

05/16/16 – NAR Midyear Recap

Welcome to SCAORCast, your ultra-fast download of everything Sussex County Association of REALTORS®.  Here’s what’s happening for this week.  (Check our show notes at the bottom of this page for easy access to all of these links.) Today’s episode is sponsored by the free mixer at Ivy this Thursday!

 

This Week’s Show Notes & Links:

  • Our Affiliates Committee presents an all new FREE Mixer at Ivy in Dewey Beach on May 19th.  Sign up here!
  • Today we catch up with 2016 DAR President Bob McVey & Brad Riedle at NAR’s Midyear in DC.
  • Questions?  Comments?  Talk back to us and let us know.  We’d love to hear from you.  (And be sure to subscribe in iTunes, and never miss an episode again!)
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