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General Questions
| Q. What is
ZipForm? |
A.
ZipForm is a computer program that enables you to complete and print real estate forms.
It is a waste-free solution to
keeping your “stocked” forms current. Over 100 real estate forms
are available on the ZipForm program, including forms by the
Department of Regulation and Licensing, WRA and Wisconsin State Bar. The forms are always
current and available whenever you need them. |
| Q. How does ZipForm work? |
A.
ZipForm provides you with an even easier, more efficient way to
produce professional looking forms. You just select the real estate
form you need, fill in each blank and print! The information
you’ve inserted will print in a standard typewriter font,
perfectly aligned every time. ZipForm prints forms on plain paper
using a laser, deskjet or inkjet printer. |
| Q.
What are the features for Zipform version 5? |
A.
ZipForm has numerous management and editing features that make this
program easy to use. Version 5 uses many of the features you are
currently familiar with plus some new features sure to please
seasoned users.
- Form Grouping - Allows users to group standard sets of forms
for completing transactions.
- Form Preview Window - Users can view each form before opening
the file.
- Dialog Viewing - This window offers a convenient way to
complete a form by tabbing to consecutive fields.
- Data Templates - Prefilled data templates save time by
storing recurring static information of each transaction.
- Internet Updates - The Internet connectivity feature gives
users the opportunity to access form revisions and software updates
via the Web.
- Email
- Microsoft Outlook Contact Integration
- Notes Indexing & Retrieval
- Multi-Transaction Capabilities
- Multiple Save Locations
- Auto Cover Sheet
- Auto Login
- Real Estate Transaction Standard XML Import/Export
- Password Protection of Each Transaction
- Page Size Display
- Amortization Scheduling
- Faster 32 Bit Processing
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| Q.
Can ZipForm 5 be copied to disk? |
A.
No. ZipForm 5 must be installed via the Internet or by CD. If
you do not have Internet access, a CD can be ordered from
REFormsNet at 1-800-383-9805.
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| Q. What is the
difference between a forms update and a software update? |
| A. From time to time there will be software and form
updates. Software updates are enhancements to the program for
printing, striking text, templates, spell checking, etc. Form
updates can be minor changes such as lengthening a field,
correcting how a field calculates, inserting/deleting field
features or major changes such as changing the ink from blue to
black or adding/removing forms. |
| Q. Who can
download the program? |
A.
All REALTOR® and Legal Section members can download ZipForm from the Internet. Anyone
else can purchase the program from REFormsNet at 800-383-9805. |
| Q. What if
I don't have Internet access? |
A.
Free software and forms can be ordered from REFormsNet for a $25 per order shipping and
handling fee. Periodically when forms change you will need to order a free
forms update for a $25 shipping and handling fee. |
| Q. What are
the system requirements? |
A.
In addition to Internet access your computer should have at a minimum the following
specifications:
- PC compatible Pentium (K6, PII) or higher processor
- Microsoft Windows version 95 (SR2), 98, NT
4.0, Me or 2000
- 64MB RAM
- 100 MB available hard disk space
- Mouse
- CD-ROM drive (For shipped versions – floppies are no
longer supported)
- VGA or higher monitor

- Any printer that can be configured with Windows print
manager
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Optional 14.4K or higher modem with
Internet access
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| Q. Can
company specific forms be added? |
| A.
Yes, there is a one-time set up fee of $200 per page. If you modify this form in the
future, there is a revision cost. Other than that, you print and use the forms as often as
you like for no additional fees. When WRA forms change and we update the original version
of ZipForm, we will notify you so that you can make the appropriate changes to your
custom forms if changes are needed.
New Forms
- $200 per page (Includes typesetting and featuring of the fields)
Revisions to Custom forms (per page)
- $60 - Revisions of less than 25% of the page
- $80 - Revisions of 25-50% of the page
- $165 - Revisions exceeding 50% of the page.
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| Q. Can a
logo be added to the forms? |
A.
Yes, for a one-time set up fee of $100 a logo will be added to all the existing forms on
ZipForm as well as any of your custom forms. |
| Q. How will
form updates be handled? |
A.
Members will be notified of form changes via the Wisconsin REALTOR® and the WRA Web site.
Internet connectivity is built into ZipForm therefore updating forms is as simple as
clicking the "Internet" button from within the program. |
| Q. How do I change the company
information that appears on my forms? |
| A. First you must contact the WRA to ensure that the
company information is correct in our database. Once corrected,
you need to uninstall the existing program (start > Programs
> ZipForm 5.0 > uninstall) and then download and reinstall the ZipForm program. |
| Q. Will it
work on a network? |
A.
Yes, however it must be installed via CD. Please call ZipForm Customer
Service at 800-383-9805 to order your CD. The software is No
Charge, but you will be charged $25 for shipping and
handling. |
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