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You have your commission and you want to go further. Awesome! Explore our site, ask questions, and do great work!

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What's inside our Notary Bag.

  • Notary Stamp
  • Notary Journal
  • Acknowledgment Certificates
  • Jurat Certificates
  • Blue and/or Black Pens
  • Thumbprint pads
  • Documents to be notarized
  • Cell Phone / Charger
  • Signer / Client Contact Information
  • Sanitizing Wipes
  • Stapler

Helpful Extras: Sign here Stickies, Invoices, Marketing Material, Folders / Courier Envelopes, Mask, Binder & Paper Clips, Thank You Cards

Pre-Notary Appointment Checklist

Similar to how a pilot goes over a pre-flight checklist, a notary should also have their own checklist. Here’s a 5-step notary checklist to help you soar as a professional notary!
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How a Notary Transaction is Done

How to Administer a Notarial Act? Whether you are a new Notary Public or it has been a while since you provided Notary services, here’s a quick seven-step refresher course.

Notarial Acts, ‘Form A’ or ‘Form B’?

Most of your notary career will be summarized in two forms: an ‘acknowledgment’ or a ‘jurat’. An acknowledgment confirms that “yes, they said they signed it”, while a jurat confirms that “they swore an oath before me and signed accordingly”. The question is, which certificate should you attach?
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Boundaries and Strategy for saying “no”.

Many signers may ask for notary services under rushed circumstances without first meeting all the necessary requirements. Here are some strategies to turn a negative response into a positive one.

Core loan documents for review.

Before an appointment, it’s important to check the names, dates, and addresses to ensure they are correct. This way, mistakes can be avoided. Additionally, pulling out the loan documents beforehand and showing them to the borrowers can instill confidence and make them feel more comfortable signing.
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Tips for a successful loan signing

Loan signing can offer notaries a great opportunity to earn extra income on the side or even develop a full career as a notary. If you are currently serving as a ‘Notary Signing Agent’ or providing notary services for lenders, here are some tips to help you become an outstanding loan signer.

Packaging Loan Documents

As a notary, it’s important to know how to properly package loan documents to impress your local escrow companies. They often ask if you know how to package documents, so it’s essential to understand the purpose and tricks for loan packaging. By mastering this skill, you can enhance your reputation and build a strong working relationship with escrow companies in your area.
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Notary Mentorships

We offer mentorships! Learn how we’ve operated a notary service for nearly 20 years

Join the Notary Team!

At our company, we prioritize personal service and delivering exceptional experiences. We are committed to representing our clients’ businesses to the best of our abilities. Our focus on our clients’ transactions and well-being means a lot of hard work, but it’s all worth it knowing we have given our best. As a result, our clients have confidence in us, and we are continually growing and striving to be the best versions of ourselves. We are always looking for talented individuals to join our team! If you’re interested, please visit our website and apply to be a part of our team. Join the Team >>