Posted by Carol Vidovic on 8/8/13 12:02am
Msg #479618

Basic vs. Premier Membership - Pros? Cons?

Just wondering if it's worth upgrading to a Premier Membership. Pros? Cons? Has anyone found that it helped their business? Any thoughts appreciated!

Reply by sigtogo/OR on 8/8/13 12:19am
Msg #479620

search "premier membership" and find many opinions :) n/m

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 8/8/13 8:22am
Msg #479631

I just checked and there are 25 Premier members listed before you when I search "Find A Notary" Premier members are listed above Basic members, so it is beneficial to be a premier member.
You will also get discounts on notary supplies.
But check the link for further info:
http://www.notaryrotary.com/library/memberships.asp?sec1=1&sec2=0

Reply by MW/VA on 8/8/13 8:42am
Msg #479633

I highly recommend it. This is one of the best sites

for notaries. Be sure to use your profile as a valuable advertising tool. When I was starting out I had a basic membership & didn't get any calls. When I invested in membership it started paying off almost immediately. I now purchase my E&O, BCG & supplies from here. The customer service is fantastic!
I hope you keep in mind that the industry is going through a downturn right now, but there's still plenty of business out there for those willing to go after it. ;-)

Reply by Notarysigner on 8/8/13 10:09am
Msg #479644

Re: I highly recommend it. This is one of the best sites

I once had the owner of a SS tell me he doesn't even bother with basic members. When I asked him why, he said if they're not willing to pay a very reasonable fee to advertise, they're most likely not a good notary!

Reply by Sylvia_FL on 8/8/13 10:16am
Msg #479646

Re: I highly recommend it. This is one of the best sites

James, when I had my signing service I always used Premier members, showed they were serious about their business. The only time I used a Basic member was when I recognized their name from the forum and their posts had always been professional.

Reply by Notarysigner on 8/8/13 11:06am
Msg #479666

Re: I highly recommend it. This is one of the best sites

I'm sure you did! I would be willing to bet that basic members get more calls from low-ballers then premium members. That in itself is worth paying for you membership.

Reply by MW/VA on 8/8/13 4:08pm
Msg #479718

I'm sure you're right about that, James. The lowballers

with look at the bottom of the list, not the top. I almost NEVER get a call for low fees.

Reply by Stephanie Santiago on 8/8/13 10:55am
Msg #479659

I have received many calls for signings as a Premier Member. n/m