Tech Tools & You: eSign

During the 2017 Arizona REALTOR® Convention, VP of Business Services & Technology Nick Catanesi presented updates on four of the associations most-popular tech tools.

AAR eSign

What is a signature?

• A visual representation which indicates an individual’s consent or acknowledgement
• In the case of a contract in a transaction management system, proof that the broker saw the document

What is the difference between an electronic signature and a digital signature?

• An electronic signature is created by the click of a mouse or by using your finger to trace a handwritten signature; it does not require authentication of the signer
• A digital signature it a type of electronic signature, but offers more security through an authentication of identity; this authentication is embedded into the document which is then locked to prevent tampering

Where is the signature?

• The Original PDF from AAR eSign
• The Certificate of Authenticity

Important things to do with digitally signed documents:

• Save and distribute copies of the original document
• Always save the Certificate of Authenticity – include it in your file

Questions or need training?

• Contact Business Services Support at support@aaronline.com or 866.833.7357

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