Posted by Happy/MD on 8/19/08 8:41am
Msg #260564

Getting Started - New Notary

Hi, I am a new notary and have been doing lots of research on how this business works and etc. There is not a wealth of information on what fees to charge. You don't want to lowball yourself yet you don't want to come in too high and not get any calls. Does anyone have any suggestions or resouces that I could tap into? So far I haven't had one call so any guidance at all would be helpful. Thanks in advance.

Reply by BrendaTx on 8/19/08 8:59am
Msg #260568

Re: Getting Started - New Notary - Hi Happy.

I recommend you follow advisories given by Loretta/MD and WDMD to start with.

Are you a licensed title producer?

Reply by Happy/MD on 8/19/08 9:34am
Msg #260572

Re: Getting Started - New Notary - Hi Happy.

Hi Brenda,

I am not a licences title producer but will look into it and will also look at the advisors you referenced. Thanks!

Reply by BrendaTx on 8/19/08 9:46am
Msg #260573

Re: Getting Started - New Notary - Hi Happy.

I think in order to handle any kind of real estate signings in MD you need to be an LTP. Just what I've gathered from reading here.

Reply by Linda_H/FL on 8/19/08 9:50am
Msg #260575

Yes, you do NEED a TPL....and

based on a post from the other day, apparently the State of Maryland is finally clamping down on those who operate without one.

Reply by Happy/MD on 8/19/08 9:56am
Msg #260577

Re: Yes, you do NEED a TPL....and

Ok I will look into what I need to do to become licensed. Thanks again.

Reply by Alice/MD on 8/19/08 12:30pm
Msg #260609

Re: Yes, you do NEED a TPL....and

I always appreciate anyone who is wanting to know the law when it comes to performing loan closings in this state of Maryland. . You are on the right track by asking ,here for the answers.
By getting your TPL.... which requires training and testing... you will know everything you need. I will be looking forwarded to your response. So many do not know that a TPL is a MD law and they go out to do closings with limited knowledge as to the law. Don't worry you will be contacted to operate at a lower rate due to you not having a TPL.

Reply by Happy/MD on 8/19/08 2:24pm
Msg #260655

Re: Yes, you do NEED a TPL....and

Thanks. I think alot of the confusion in regards to the TPL stems from the fact that is it not stated in the handbook as required.

Reply by WDMD on 8/19/08 2:33pm
Msg #260659

Re: Yes, you do NEED a TPL....and


"Thanks. I think alot of the confusion in regards to the TPL stems from the fact that is it not stated in the handbook as required"


It doesn't? Try reading page 6 Part III paragraph 18 where it talks about whether a notary can perform official duties at real estate closings or settlements.