Skype user?

I was discussing a deal with someone over Skype the other day. I am in London and they are in San Francisco. We both worked together in Paris in a past life.

It got me thinking about Skype and RE. Many RE investors focus locally. A few are a bit more remote.

Do many folks here use Skype? If so what are the reasons? If I am using the forum correctly a poll should be attached to this thread. The preview does not show the poll so we shall see.

I find like it for three reasons.

1. I travel and my calls follow me
2. Low cost. Big win on that score.
3. The ability to conference people in. Up to 10 people on a call.

Note I am a Mac user but that does not really matter when using Skype.

John Corey

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:41AM

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Jun 22 '07, 10:51 PM

Skype is phenomenal. I use it constantly to work with contacts in the US and abroad. It is reliable and the quality of voice and video is superb.

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Jun 22 '07, 11:11 PM

I do not use the video capabilities. I have been using the conference call facility. I also like the chat capabilities. As I am on a Mac it is a nice cross platform solution for a great price.

The best feature in my mind is the ability to have multiple local numbers and then let the phone follow you around as you travel or relocate.

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Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:41AM

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Jun 26 '07, 12:43 AM

I've used Skype on my Treo phone. Since it has unlimited data it keeps my minute usage down. Although, I haven't used it much since I jumped to 4,000 anytime minutes.

I can see how it would be a huge benefit for those who do business in different countries.

Interesting post.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:42AM

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Originally posted by "REI"

I was discussing a deal with someone over Skype the other day. I am in London and they are in San Francisco. We both worked together in Paris in a past life.

It got me thinking about Skype and RE. Many RE investors focus locally. A few are a bit more remote.

Do many folks here use Skype? If so what are the reasons? If I am using the forum correctly a poll should be attached to this thread. The preview does not show the poll so we shall see.

I find like it for three reasons.

1. I travel and my calls follow me
2. Low cost. Big win on that score.
3. The ability to conference people in. Up to 10 people on a call.

Note I am a Mac user but that does not really matter when using Skype.

John Corey

Skype is awesome. very reliable in web communication.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:42AM

Rico Camacho

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Jul 09 '07, 09:53 PM

I have a couple of friends (one in Woodbridge Suffolk, UK) and a business associate (investor) in Germany.

The format is easy to install and very easy to use. My skype username is:
ricocamacho - I even list it now in my contact information.

I agree with you all - it is a great way to save money an keep in contact with friends and business.

Cheers my new UK friend,

Rico

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:45AM

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Jul 10 '07, 01:39 PM

Rico,

Given you are in Silicon Valley do you use LinkedIn?

John Corey

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:45AM

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Jul 10 '07, 08:16 PM

Linked-In is a phenomenal resource for business networking, but does seem to be focused on tech people. I've begun to see it spread to include many others who are outside the tech universe as well, recently.

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Jul 15 '07, 11:32 PM

i used skype a few times when my friend moved to Japan for a teaching trip. it worked out well, we talked on the phone for free.. good stuff

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Jul 17 '07, 05:17 AM

I voted no, because right now I do not. However, I am investigating using it for international call purposes in the near future.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:47AM

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Jul 17 '07, 11:19 PM

I used it untill they started charging (I'm so cheap!)

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Jul 18 '07, 04:42 PM

Originally posted by "Cobraman"

I used it until they started charging (I'm so cheap!)

Lets not confuse cheap with a lack of income. Skype is so inexpensive I am surprised that you would even see the cost compared to other things.

I believe Skype is free between Skype users. If you want to call a traditional phone (mobile or landline) the charge in the US is pretty low. I have a 1 year plan for less than $15.00.

Even when calling the US from the UK the cost is 0.021 cents a minute for calls to phone.

The conference call facility (up to 10 people) is a real bargain compared to other services.

I would expect that there are other costs in every person's life that are more significant. Starbucks, mailings when looking for a deal, fuel for trips to the mall, etc.

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Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:47AM

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I would have signed up for Skype years ago if my apartment complex did not offer free telephone service included in the rent. It is telephone service offered through the cable company which recenly started offering free long distance (US) as well. The only purpose I would have for using Skype would be for international calls, yet because I call internationally so infrequently it is not as much of a priority.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:47AM

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Aug 29 '07, 01:27 AM

I dont use it as of yet but i have heard very good things about it..
so in the near future i will use skype!!

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:56AM

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Aug 29 '07, 09:59 AM

I dont use skype but I just signed up for linkedin

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Aug 29 '07, 05:26 PM

Originally posted by "tpm"

I dont use skype but I just signed up for linkedin

When you are set up on LinkedIn then update your BP profile so the LinkedIn button is active.

John Corey

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 03:56AM

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Aug 30 '07, 07:54 AM

Thanks John, that was easier than i thought it would be

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Sep 19 '07, 10:35 PM

yeah..i really like skype so much....it helps me with my business and for pleasure...more satisfied than yahoo messenger

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Sep 28 '07, 02:53 PM

Best communication software ever made! So simple and easy for use.Perfect for either business or personal work. In my opinion better than messenger, ICQ etc.

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 04:03AM

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Oct 01 '07, 11:45 PM

I'm considering using Skype. But I want to know how it works, compared to other VOiP such as Vonage or Comcast Digital Voice.

How is the quality of the calls? And, would I be able to use it as my home phone, and home office phone?

Edited: 06/26/2010 at 04:03AM

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