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September 8, 2015
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Article1Instanet and AuthentiSign Training News
As a result of member demand, we are adding more training opportunities to get up to speed on Instanet and AuthentiSign.  We'll be offering a session on Broker/Office Manger Tools, How to do a Counter Offer with Authentisign and an overview course on doing it all paperless with an iPad.

In addition, we have Gregg Driscoll from Instanet coming to TechKNOWPalooza this year again on Sept 30.  Gregg will present 3 sessions on this tool as follows:
  • Intro to Instanet & AuthentiSign
  • AuthentiSign & the Counter Offer
  • Advanced Instanet: File Templates & Document Management
Instanet Classes at GRAR this Fall
We have many types of classes coming up. Something for everyone and many are free (except if hands on or CE).  Below is a synopsis.  Log in to sign up for any of these at this link https://mdweb.mmsi2.com/rochesterss/
Free:
  • 10/1/2015        Instanet Broker Tools Workshop (Free), from 8:30-10:30 AM (with Gregg Driscoll from Instanet)
  • 10/15/2015      Instanet Forms Overview-shown on PC- Lecture Style Class (Free), from 1-3:00 PM
  • 10/20/2015      AuthentiSign & the Counter Offer (Free), from 10 AM-12:00 PM
  • 11/19/2015      Instanet Forms Overview-using an iPad - Lecture Style Class (Free), from 1-3:00 PM
  • 11/24/2015      Ins/AuthentiSign & the Counter Offer (Free), from 10 AM-12:00 PM
Paid:
  • 9/2/2015          Instanet Forms & AuthentiSign 1 (CE Class $35) from 1-4:00 PM
  • 9/15/2015        Instanet & Auth Hands-on Basics ($25), from 9-11:00 AM
  • 9/16/2015        Instanet & Auth Hands-on Advanced Features ($25), from 9-11:00 AM
  • 10/7/2015        Instanet Forms & AuthentiSign 1 (CE Class $35), from 9AM-12 PM
  • 10/29/2015      Instanet & Auth Hands-on Basics ($25), from 10 AM-12:00 PM
  • 10/30/2015      Instanet & Auth Hands-on Advanced Features ($25), from 10 AM-12 PM
  • 12/8/2015        Instanet Forms & AuthentiSign 2 (CE Class $35), from 9 AM -12:00 PM
  • 12/11/2015      Instanet & Auth Hands-on Basics ($25), from 10 AM- 12:00 PM
Upcoming Live Instanet Training Webinars from your home or office computer
  • Click here to check the upcoming Instanet live webinar schedule.
Recorded Instanet/AuthentiSign Training
Video training content can also be found on YouTube. Here you will find both 1 ~ 5 minute 'How Do I' tutorials and full length 30 ~ 60 minute overviews.
  • Click here to See How it Works from start to finish. This is a brief slide show that shows the whole process.
  • Click here to view videos on Managing Docs; Tips, Tricks and Advanced Functions.
  • Click here for a 50 minute video on How to take your Office Paperless! The Qualifying Broker Dashboard, Document Review & Transaction Desk

Article3Supra Web Updates
The following changes were implemented for SupraWEB:
  • The Listing Inventory page in SupraWEB contains a new Listing Details icon. Clicking on the icon displays the Listing Details screen where you can set showing notifications for a particular listing.
  • The Listing Details screen contains some new text at the bottom of the screen to easily set up showing notices for individual keyboxes.
  • In Settings, the General Email screen contains some minor text changes.
  • The battery levels of keyboxes are now correctly reported in SupraWEB.
  • SupraWEB accepts more email domains including realtor.com.
  • A bug was fixed where duplicate showing emails were incorrectly sent.
Questions?   Contact Supra at 877-699-6787, 7 days week form 8am-10pm.

Article2Quick Start: RPR Mobile Optimized for Tablets
Get up and running with this quick tutorial for RPR's newly optimized app for iPad and Android Tablet
RPR Android Tablet App
RPR Android Tablet App

TKPTechKNOWPalooza '15
WED | Sep. 30 | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
DoubleTree by Hilton
Tickets: $45. No walk ins available must purchase ticket in advance
Learn more at http://TechKNOWPalooza.com.

BRING YOUR USED/UNWANTED COMPUTERS TO RECYCLE!

Attendees are invited to drive up before (or after) the event, we'll unload your items and then you can park. Any electronic devices, including stereos, cables and your old PCs, can be recycled.
Visit our partner, RCR&R, for more details on what can be recycled.
NOTE TO MEMBERSHIP: CRT (old style monitors) and TV's, will NOT be accepted for free at the event.
 
This event will likely sell out so don't wait!
Puchase tickets now.   Ticket price includes all sessions, free parking and a buffet lunch!  Tickets will not be mailed. Please check in at event registration for your pre-purchased lunch ticket.

TECHTUESTech Tuesday: Drop in today for any Tech Question
GRAR's Technology Committee sponsors Tech Tuesdays on the first Tuesday of each month (except for September as we are meeting on the second Tuesday)!   Join us for an informal session about various topics to help you get a better handle on some of our Technology benefits and other Tech topics.  

Drop in TODAY with your tech questions

Tech Tuesdays Instructor: GRAR Tech Committee
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: FREE (GRAR members only)

TECHHELPLINETech Helpline Lifeline
New Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge Plus
The Samsung Galaxy S6 now has the Plus series available which has all of the same great features of the recent Galaxy S6, however it is a 5.7" screen. 
Read more on the Tech Helpline Blog

Exceptional Service - that is what we provide. We cater to different levels of knowledge and ability. And the best part, this service is complimentary for you as part of your dues.
Click here to view a list of all the ways we can help!

The bottom line: Tech Helpline will save you time, money and technological frustration.
To contact the Tech Helpline, a free GRAR member benefit, call 866.232.1831
Mon - Fri from 9am-8pm & Sat from 9am-5pm.

CEUpcoming Tech CE, Training & Tech Tuesdays
Tech Tuesdays 
Topic: Drop in With Your Tech Questions
Instructor: GRAR Tech Committee
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: FREE (GRAR members only)
Instanet & AuthentiSign Hands-on PC - Basics
Must have at least some experience using the product. This is not a true beginner class. If you have never used the product, please start with the Instanet Forms Overview session or the Instanet and AuthentiSign 1 CE class.
TUE | Sep. 15 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Instructor: Mike O'Connor
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: $25 (GRAR members only); Using GRAR PCs
Instanet & AuthentiSign Hands-on PC - Advanced Features
Must have experience using the product. This is not a beginner class.
WED | Sep. 16 | 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Instructor: Mike O'Connor
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: $25 (GRAR members only); Using GRAR PCs
Instanet Forms & AuthentiSign ONE
WED | Oct. 7 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructor: Mike O'Connor
CE Credit: 3 hrs
Cost: $35 members / $75 non-members
Instanet Broker Tools Workshop
THU | Oct. 1 | 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM 
Instructor: Gregg Driscoll
CE Credit: 0 hrs
Cost: FREE (GRAR Broker members only)
Instanet Forms Overview 
THU | Oct. 15 | 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Instructor: Mike O'Connor
Cost: $FREE (GRAR members only)
CE Credit: 0 hrs
RPR: Real-Time Data, Market Knowledge, Informed Consumers
THU | Oct. 15 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Instructor: Jeremias Maneiro
CE Credit: 3 hrs
Cost: $35 members / $75 non-members
For more information on all GRAR courses, go to: www.GRAR.org 
 

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