Posted by PJA_CT on 3/17/05 1:07pm
Msg #26031

to the more experienced notaries........

Last week 5 calls- did all of them. This week not 1...(yet) but its already thurs.. Is it always sporadic like this or should I start wondering if somethings wrong? Can S/S post comments on notaries?? If So Can we read them good /bad/ indiff? Thank you all in advance.. (bummin dead phone)

Reply by Cheryl_NV on 3/17/05 1:10pm
Msg #26033

This is a good question, is there a place for ss to make comments on us?

Reply by Art_MD on 3/17/05 1:18pm
Msg #26036

IMHO

Some, if not all, SS make notes on SAs. Just like we don't want to work for fly-by-night SSs, they are in business and don't want to work with poor quality SAs. I'm sure notes and ratings are internal.

The laws on libel and slander (never can remember which is which ) get into the equation. Also, anti-trust laws etc. I would think that companies keep the info on SA ratings internal or else they probably would be breaking the law or exposing themselves to libel/slander charges.

Art

Reply by PJA_CT on 3/17/05 1:23pm
Msg #26039

So is this "quiet period" normal? Or is it just busier 15th & 30th?

Reply by sue on 3/17/05 1:42pm
Msg #26054

do a good job EVERY time and it won't matter!!

Reply by Stephen_VA on 3/17/05 1:28pm
Msg #26042

I would expect as you start out (and I am relatively new also) that you will see more variations. As you grow your relationships with the signing services and the title companies it will probably get to be more predictable. It is impossible for me to say what is "normal" for your area, but if you're just starting out then fluctuating business is perfectly normal for any new venture.

Reply by Korey Humphreys on 3/17/05 2:58pm
Msg #26076

Hello,

I have been a notary since early 2003. Until just recently I decided to work with signing companies. Beforehand, most of my work was from local residents and clients.

Since I've started to work with signing companies I've acquired the following knowledge; At the end of the month I am guarenteed to get at least 7 calls a week for various notarial services. At the beginning of the month, I'm lucky to get 3-4 calls a week.

Of course my knowledge is just my expirence. Every part of the world is different. Business depends on a few basic factors (1) your states population; (2) the number of notaries in your area/state (God help California!! LOL); and (3) your reputation you must build with the companies.

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Korey

Reply by Shari/CA on 3/17/05 3:02pm
Msg #26078

No kidding about God help Cali .... We are sooo over saturated, not even funny !!!!

Reply by Korey Humphreys on 3/17/05 3:07pm
Msg #26079

Yup... thanks to the NNA!!

In Massachusetts only about 190,000 notaries exist with a population of approx. 6.5 million people. Which I think is great! Our Governor (Mitt Romeny) I guess used his head and decided to keep the number of notaries limited.

My friend just applied, but his appointment was denied with a letter stating that Massachusetts is not appointing notaries public at this time.

IMO I think all states should have a set number of commissioned notaries.

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Korey

Reply by Kimberly Crowe on 3/17/05 3:17pm
Msg #26082

Re: Yup... thanks to the NNA!!

This month has been great for me. It's not that I've had a lot of closings but they have been paying great. I have been bringing in around the same amount of money each month for the past year or so...and I've hit that number in the middle of this month instead of the end. No complaints here.

Reply by John_NorCal on 3/17/05 3:20pm
Msg #26083

Re: Yup... thanks to the NNA!! For what it's worth.

I think this idea probably has merit. I would also like to see some more professionalism, education, etc. Needless to say there have been improvements. When I got my first commission in 1974, all I had to do was fill out the paperwork and send it to the state. For what it's worth

Reply by Kimberly Crowe on 3/17/05 3:27pm
Msg #26087

Reply to John_NorCal

Indiana is still that way, believe it or not. (At least it was when I became a notary)

Reply by Tasha on 3/17/05 6:31pm
Msg #26119

Re: Reply to John_NorCal

Hi i have a few question I am currently looking into becoming a Morgage Closer and I don't know any thing about it does anyone know what I'm getting into. Like how much I will get paid, how I start out, how do I find company's to call me and so on. Thanks, Tasha

Reply by Joan-OH on 3/17/05 3:26pm
Msg #26085

Some companies have "2" end of months or their month ends on the 15th. That's why the 2nd & 4th weeks can be busier than the 1st & 3rd.

Hope this helps. It will pick up next week for you.

Joan-OH

Reply by PJA_CT on 3/17/05 4:42pm
Msg #26099

Re: Korey

You mentioned your states notary population....How do I find out mine here in CT. I had to take a State test when I started (All states should) But I don't believe they have anyhting to limit the numbers........

Reply by Bobbi in CT on 3/17/05 4:52pm
Msg #26101

# of Notaries in CT

Last year there were over 53,000 CT notaries public, add to that every attorney and Judge can perform notarizations and certain police officers.

Just call the Notary Public Unit of the CT Secretary of State's office and ask. I haven't bothered this year, but they know the number .... it is increasing rapidly with the influx of people who want to become NSAs.

Most of the signings I do the borrower's wife inquires about how to do this part time - all of them have internet access and know how to do a google search. Simple test, $60 commission fee and you are on your way to a part-time NSA career.

Reply by Korey Humphreys on 3/17/05 5:18pm
Msg #26107

Take his word... he's from CT n/m

Reply by CarolynCO on 3/17/05 5:18pm
Msg #26108

Independence does not guarantee a set amount of money or signings. You should spend the slow times marketing. Sign up with every SS you come across. There are several listed on the Signing Services tab of NotRot. I suggest you become a Premier Member of NotRot and 123Notary.com where not only SAs and TCs will see you, but also individuals needing general notarizations.

Reply by PJA_CT on 3/17/05 5:47pm
Msg #26114

Re: Bobbi

53,000 notories is not too bad with a population of
US Census 2002 Total Population Estimate 3,460,503*

Reply by maureen/nh on 3/17/05 10:16pm
Msg #26185

Been doing this about 8 years now, it's like New England weather---nuff said?