Posted by Judy Baker on 11/16/09 9:18am
Msg #311095

Trying to become a signing agent in Califonia

I would like to find an online class to become a signing agent here in CA. Any recommedations other than the NNA?

Reply by Calnotary on 11/16/09 9:26am
Msg #311097

Re: Trying to become a signing agent in Califonia n/m

Reply by Cari on 11/16/09 9:52am
Msg #311098

google... n/m

Reply by John_NorCal on 11/16/09 10:16am
Msg #311102

Not trying to be facetious but have you asked yourself why? The business is nowhere like it used to be, there are so many deadbeat signing services, fees are lower than they have ever been, what little work there is people do for next to nothing driving fees even lower. So why would you want to do this now?

Reply by Les_CO on 11/16/09 10:25am
Msg #311103

I agree with John. This business is flooded with people, many well qualified, with years of experience in related fields like Real Estate, Lending, and Title work. Especially in CA. But you may want to look at the National Signing Agent Registry; I hear their educational material is very good.

Reply by Judy Baker on 11/16/09 10:47am
Msg #311105

I'm a real estate agent and notary in a small community in northern CA. I'm looking to supplement my income. I'm looking for an affordable online course to become a signing agent. I've seen other agents be successful at this.

Reply by John_NorCal on 11/16/09 10:55am
Msg #311106

If you're an RE agent and have been exposed to the paperwork already then you probably don't need a course to tell you what you probably already know. I would review typical documents that are used, HUD, DOT's, etc and go over in my mind how I would explain them to a client in an informative, neutral way. Maybe you can role play with someone in your office. Since you already have your commission then you are probably 90% there! I don't know about your area of course but before you invest any money into this, it would be wise to see how the signing "pie" will be sliced. Good luck.

Reply by Marian_in_CA on 11/16/09 11:42am
Msg #311112

You don't need a course... if you're already a notary and are familiar with the process, you're pretty much already there. If you're really determined... here are things to do:

1. If you want to "supplement" your income, don't think that a $60-$80 fee is going to cut it. A lot of part-timers think they're making money that way, when in fact they're likely losing it like crazy. Know your expenses, have the right equipment and charge your fees accordingly -- don't let the signing services dictate what they will pay. You are your own business and you need to charge the rates consistent with your business needs. If you don't know your profit margin off the top of your head, or within moments of being presented with a job... you're not ready to take any yet.

2. Order The Signing Registry Training Guide... it used to be offered here at NotRot, not sure why it isn't anymore.

Reply by Doris_CO on 11/16/09 12:48pm
Msg #311125

The TSR Professional Sales Training Guide (former Signing Registry Training Guide) is still on this site. Signout and go to the Welsome screen and scroll down to bottom of page.