Posted by Sylvia_FL on 6/29/10 8:12pm
Msg #343056

And on another note

After giving the matter a whole lot of thought, I have decided to close my signing service.
I have had it since 2003 and enjoyed being in that side of the signing agent business.
But with the market being what it is, it is time to call it a day.

My main title company knows they can still call me, however as I told them today, I will still find them notaries but they need to work directly with the notary. I am not passing on their info to other signing services.

So, I may still be calling on some of you for signings, but it will be for you to work directly with the title company. (In fact I did contact a signing agent today for a signing this week, and he is going to be working directly with the title company for the signing).

I am still a notary, and will continue to be, so I am not disappearing from the board.

It's a good feeling being able to close my signing service down knowing I don't owe any notaries for signings.

Those of you on NotRot that have worked with me over the years, please know how much you are appreciated.

I also want to thank Paul for helping me out with the service each year so I could go on a cruise, and also when I was in hospital.

I am asking Harry to remove my business listing from Signing Central.

Reply by BrendaTx on 6/29/10 8:19pm
Msg #343060

You'll be missed in the SS world, Sylvia.

Glad you've made a decision that will make you happy.

(That Paul is a pretty good egg.)

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/29/10 8:25pm
Msg #343063

Re: You'll be missed in the SS world, Sylvia.

Yes, I am very comfortable with my decision. I have thought about it for some time now. I think the real "kicker" was that I am in the process of closing my bank accounts out with the local bank (Both business and personal). I have already opened a new personal (joint with Bruce of course) checking account at a Credit Union, and closing the service now means I don't need to go through the hassle of opening a new business account.

And as I said, I will still be finding notaries occasionally for the main title company that used my signing service. But now they will be paying the notary directly.

Reply by Notarysigner on 6/29/10 8:20pm
Msg #343061

Dumb question..but can't you sale it??

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/29/10 8:26pm
Msg #343064

LOL
What do you sell though??? I would rather do what I am doing, just find a notary when needed and let them work directly with the title company, knowing that they will get paid, and a fair fee.

Reply by Dennis D Broadbooks on 6/29/10 8:43pm
Msg #343066

The Epitome of Class is What You are, Sylvia! n/m

Reply by MW/VA on 6/29/10 9:14pm
Msg #343068

You're a great lady, Sylvia. I know we can respect your

decision, based on how the market has changed. It's a shame to see someone like you leave the business. We'll be looking forward to your continued input here, because I know you mentor many notaries.
I'm sure Bruce will be happy that there will be more free time in your life for other activities (snicker). Wishing you all the best! Happy retirement!

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/29/10 9:27pm
Msg #343075

Re: You're a great lady, Sylvia. I know we can respect your

"free time in your life for other activities (snicker)"

hmm I am sure I have no idea what you mean

Bruce figures it means an extra cruise each year.

Another reason, it is not as easy to find competent signing agents during the day - a lot of the ones I trusted have had to take day time jobs - and the bulk of the main title company's signings were RM's during daytime hours and weren't flexible on the appointment time.
Just for that one signing I was called to find a notary for today, I had to make several calls until I could find a trusted signing agent to take it (on NotRot of course). Luckily I get one or two days notice for the signings and they are usually overnight docs (not many companies do overnight docs any more).

Reply by Yoli/CA on 6/29/10 9:59pm
Msg #343078

Respecting your decision to retire,

I wish you many, many more wonderfully happy and healthy years with your beloved Bruce. Enjoy the fruits of your labor as often as possible. Speaking for myself, and I'm sure many others here on NotRot, we are eternally grateful for your advice and guidance. Please continue to honor us with your input.

We're not saying goodbye. We're simply welcoming you with open arms to our world of being simply a notary. God bless you and Bruce.

Reply by Claudine Osborne on 6/29/10 10:14pm
Msg #343082

Re: Respecting your decision to retire,

I have never had the pleasure of working with you Sylvia..But I know that you are well respected..and will be missed..I am glad that you are not leaving NotRot!

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/29/10 10:20pm
Msg #343085

Re: Respecting your decision to retire,

No way am I leaving NotRot - I am still a notary

Also someone has to keep you all in line

Reply by HARRY_PA on 6/30/10 8:43am
Msg #343122

Although I have never had the opportunity of working with you, I have followed your posts over the years and respect your knowledge and wisdom. Enjoy your retirement and may the Lord bless you and Bruce with health and happiness.

Harry

Reply by Notarysigner on 6/30/10 12:41pm
Msg #343158

Also...there is no such thing as retirement.....I retired

from ATT 13 YEARS ago.....and I'm still doing all kinds of stuff that could be considered "work". Sylvia I know you are going to be busier than ever.

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 6/30/10 12:47pm
Msg #343159

Re: Also...there is no such thing as retirement.....I retired

Ah but busy with other things Things I really enjoy - like my precious Beamer and Lil Bit - and Bruce, of course. Having some home improvements done which naturally I have to "supervise" LOL

Reply by bagger on 6/30/10 4:25pm
Msg #343224

Re: Also...there is no such thing as retirement.....I retired

Retirement sux
I left Mother bell 8 years ago, and sitting around watching baseball and the judges shows in the afternoon is the pits.
Golfing and fishing gets old, gofing and fishing only occupies so much time. Staying active is the key.
I limit myself to the signings I feel like doing. 1 maybe 2 per day, and only with reputable companies.
Life is good.
Stay active even if it's volunteer work.
I have the feeling that you are a workoholic - folks like us cannot just shut down.