Posted by Notarysigner on 9/27/11 7:54pm
Msg #398980

I'm accepting this lowball fee because.......


This is a low-ball offering to me, why” Logistics

Particulars - $50 for one signature plus ten dollars notary fee for acknowledgement.

Logistics: although it is only 7 miles from me it may take me one hour there, one hour back. Parking, 20 mins = $12.00 if it’s in the building, TBD.

It takes me out of the loop for two hours in the event I get another call for $XXX because that time is spoken for. Nobody cares but it is something we all do/have to go thru daily.

I’m going to do it because it’s San Francisco and I can purchase something that will make my wife happy because she knows I’ve been sitting on my A$$ for the last month.

It’s still a lowball no matter what the reason. IMO

Reply by C. Rivera Chicago Notary Services on 9/27/11 8:09pm
Msg #398983

OH NO JAMES!!!!! n/m

Reply by Lee/AR on 9/27/11 8:19pm
Msg #398986

I, too, have my reasons for accepting a particular one today that I might reject tomorrow.
And they are all personal. Say I've been wanting to go to a certain shop, but have been putting it off due to the mileage/gas cost. Now along comes somebody who "offers to pay for my gas and leave me with enough left over to buy whatever". I call it the 'goodies factor'.
Doesn't happen often, but when it does, I'm a happy camper.

Reply by Sha/CA on 9/27/11 8:21pm
Msg #398988

It gets easier and easier to justify!

I should know! It always helps if there is something there to help sweeten the pot! I mean, if you want or need to go that way anyway, it's always helpful to be able to make a little money along the way. I wouldn't tell anyone though. You are brave and I am very practical and maybe a little bit of coward, too. LOL

Reply by C. Rivera Chicago Notary Services on 9/27/11 8:34pm
Msg #398992

So the means do justify the ends! LOL. My buddies are

very BRAVE. For me, the job would have to be a loan mod or seller docs under 20 pages, and less than 5 miles from my office.

My time is very limited, with trying to run a business, AND running around taking kids to school, school outings, (girls scouts..new this year!), etc., I just don't have time to take on these "wastin' time" gigs like SOME around here!!! LMAO! =)

Reply by Lee/AR on 9/27/11 9:03pm
Msg #399000

I didn't say it was a good business decision

because it's not. It's just a 'personal reason' that sweetens the pot. Like needing letter size paper desperately and running into a BOGO. Sweet!

Reply by Notarysigner on 9/27/11 8:40pm
Msg #398994

The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is just

that little extra.

The greater part of progress is the desire to progress.

Reply by jba/fl on 9/27/11 8:43pm
Msg #398996

Are you in the sign making business now? Kiosk platitudes?

Sorry - I am trying to straighten my face now to resemble seriousness.


hahaha! ROFL>

Reply by Claudine Osborne on 9/27/11 9:02pm
Msg #398999

Re: Are you in the sign making business now? Kiosk platitudes?

I think you are brave for even mentioning this..I commend you for being honest..We all know that people take these low ball offers for all kinds of reasons..and if it fits in their business model all the better for them..never say never..

Reply by jba/fl on 9/27/11 10:32pm
Msg #399017

I've said it before, I'll say it again....if someone offers

me an I-9 at my convenience in a certain part of town for $25 I will take it so that it pays for my trip to see the latest, greatest kayak/camping equipment then lunch at a great little place. Can't beat going out on someone else's dime.

Alas, I have to go out and about tomorrow and no business to defray costs. But - I will still treat myself somehow. In about 12 hours it will be one year that I quit smoking and have not looked back. I gained some weight, food tastes wonderful, and I can BREATHE! My lung capacity has improved immensely and I highly recommend this to anyone on the cusp of quitting.

Reply by Buddy Young on 9/28/11 12:23am
Msg #399026

Re: I've said it before, I'll say it again....if someone offers

I am trying to quit smoking, it's hard.
I quit for 4 days then 2 days then 1 day and I have to quit for good. My doctor gave me a perscrition for chantix.
Wish me luck.

Reply by Karla/OR on 9/28/11 2:47am
Msg #399032

Buddy, best news I've heard today!!! Best of luck!!! n/m

Reply by Stephanie Santiago on 9/28/11 10:51am
Msg #399053

Good Luck, Buddy - hang in there.... n/m

Reply by Notarysigner on 9/28/11 8:02am
Msg #399039

Re: Are you in the sign making business now? Kiosk platitudes?

Naw,,hehe it was at the bottom of the confirmation sheet. LOL

Reply by jba/fl on 9/28/11 6:27pm
Msg #399117

Re: Are you in the sign making business now? Kiosk platitudes?

ROFL>

Reply by Stephanie Santiago on 9/28/11 12:51pm
Msg #399078

we do not know of the person's circumstances.... n/m

Reply by Notarysigner on 9/28/11 1:40pm
Msg #399085

I'm back two hours flat, haven't rode the bus in ages

One sign $60.00 I can live with twenty of those.

Reply by linda/ca on 9/28/11 4:56pm
Msg #399108

Re: Hope everything is error free!

I understand what you guys are saying, however, the problem with your scenarios are the chances you may have to go back. Keep in mind also the risk you take when it comes to liability with general notary work and loan docs. When it comes to loan docs, we are paid less and can have the biggest risk, which is why (at least in California) we have bonds and mucho insurance, something the companies leave out of the equation too often when it come to our fees.
I don't particularly believe it is brave to post information of this type (as some one said...can't remember) in my opinion it is better to keep to yourself as it serves no purpose, except to encourage low balling and to further the attempts of companies reading these post to nickle and dime us....

Just to reiterate....I understand that some have good reasons....just don't understand why it is necessary to post. I see it as more harmful than helpful to what is constantly discussed...lower and lower fees!

Reply by Notarysigner on 10/4/11 9:14am
Msg #399574

Re: Hope everything is error free!

It wasn't necessary for you to post at all....Sixty dollars for one signature / one Doc is NOT a low-ball fee.

>>>> Particulars - $50 for one signature plus ten dollars notary fee for acknowledgement. <<<<

Reply by linda/ca on 10/15/11 2:35am
Msg #400614

Re: Hope everything is error free!

Read my post again, James. As I mentioned what was the point of your post other than to appear to be trying to find or discuss some rationale for you (or others) taking $60 job offers? If it worked out for you, fine; however I maintain that it was better left off as you are only encouraging the "taking and offering" of low ball fees. Actually it appears "to me" that you did not feel good about taking it and posted for validation! Is it really necessary to post everything you do? I know this may come across as harsh, however, please realize that you are "Not" helping people who use this as a way to eek out a living and I am not including myself as this is "Not" my breadwinner. You come across as a very nice person and I am just trying to give you a different perspective.
It's always interesting to me that some people (not necessarily including you )say they only do this part time, or they are retired, as a reason to accept low fees. I feel that it should be just the opposite, these are the individuals that should say "no" to ridiculous fees. I do; as I am in the position to easily say no and I use that blessing as a way to help my fellow notaries strive for decent fees!