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Msg #652088
0 replies | For Sale - Notary Signing Agent mobile office set up (WA) | By Mobile Notary of Seattle LLC on 2/4/26 10:03pm
Hi,
Any notary signing agents in western Washington looking to increase their productivity and income potential?
I have retired and I'm selling my mobile office equipment. This includes a Brother HL-L6200DWT dual tray printer (imperative for loan signing), an Epson ES-500WII scanner, high capacity Weize Deep Cycle AGM 12 Volt 100Ah battery, aVolt Works 2000w DC 12V to 120V ETL puresine wave inverter and Schumacher 15A Car battery charger. These are all the things you will need (other than a mobile phone and laptop to establish a hot spot and access/download your documents).
I also have a custom-made "desk" for my Honda CRV, which may or may not fit your automobile. If this fits your car, I will give it to you free of charge along with your purchase of the printing/scanning equipment.
$700 for all of the above.
Please let me know if you have any questions.
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Msg #652086
3 replies | Counter-Offer | By Voyager Notary Services - Voyager Notary Services on 2/4/26 9:06pm
Saw a post about the low offers we are receiving lately and how quickly those are being taken.
What do you say when you counter-offer based on the terms below:
1. Low pay
2. Distance
3. Distance plus low pay
4. Time
I rarely get offers when I counter through the notifications. What I find that works better for me is by calling the company directly (if info is on offer) and let them know I am interested and the fee and reason for such fee. Sometimes I get it, sometimes I don't and I move on to the next.
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Msg #652085
0 replies | platforms | By Marcella Schloemer-Voolich on 2/3/26 3:07pm
What is the best platform to use for RON
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Msg #652077
4 replies | U.S. Patriot Act Form | By  Yoli/CA on 2/3/26 10:39am
I have a signing for tonight for a commercial property in Hawaii purchase by an LLC. Included in the package is the U.S. Patriot Act Form for the guarantor and another for the LLC.
Besides the EIN for the LLC, what ID info would I include?
TIA!
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Msg #652074
2 replies | Introducing Myself: ICU RN Transitioning Into a Detail‑Drive | By Tynia Nelson on 2/2/26 10:06pm
Hello, My name is Tynia, and I’m a Georgia‑commissioned Notary Public and certified Notary Signing Agent. I’m transitioning into this field as a second career after many years as a Registered Nurse in critical‑care and ICU environments. In nursing, strict compliance, accuracy, and competency are non‑negotiable and I bring that same level of discipline and attention to detail into my notarial work.
I’m excited to join this community, continue expanding my knowledge, and learn from experienced professionals. Thank you for welcoming me, I look forward to connecting and contributing as I grow in this industry.
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Msg #652069
3 replies | What are the most popular browsers? | By JanetK_CA on 2/2/26 2:56pm
Which one do you all use as your primary one? It occurred to me earlier, as I was doing my daily search for notary rotary and my own listing, that I wasn't using Google, I was using Firefox, which might not do much good for getting this site listed on Google!  (TBH, I don't really know how that works, but it makes sense to me.)
I'm thinking it would be very helpful for us to repeat this daily action on multiple browsers to help this site get listed on all of the major ones. BTW, I've also been clicking on the link to my own website each time. (Might as well help myself while in the process, no?!)
I haven't yet tried to search for info on this, but will try to do so later.
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Msg #652048
6 replies | No docs | By madhatter on 2/1/26 9:25am
Why do companies set appointment dates and the notaries do not get the docs until 1-2 hrs beforehand? Anyone else experiencing this dilemma??
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Msg #652042
6 replies | Profile Critique | By Voyager Notary Services - Voyager Notary Services on 1/31/26 12:56am
I would love for you guys to view my profile and give me a critique. What do I need to delete/add/update?
I want to make sure I am presenting my profile as best as possible.
Do I appear close to the top from a zip code search? 06614
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Msg #652032
13 replies | My First Call From Notary Rotary | By Voyager Notary Services - Voyager Notary Services on 1/29/26 7:05pm
Yesterday I got my first call for a Buyers Package (Cash Deal 25 pages) from a law office that found me on Notary Rotary. This was my first signing that came from here. I must say it was a great offer  . I wouldn't mind getting some more direct calls than having to go through a third party like Snapdocs or Signing Order.
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Msg #652028
2 replies | Get In Touch | By Zakeya Washington on 1/29/26 12:41pm
Hello,
Has anyone been able to get in touch with someone from Notary Rotary? I’ve been calling for days and haven’t received an answer.
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Msg #652007
11 replies | Mobile scanner | By Rebecca Ruben on 1/26/26 3:59pm
Hi all,
Two questions about mobile scanners.
1. Which one do you recommend for scanning back docs from car?
2. I actually don't know how these work. Would you have to have your phone be a mobile hotspot? Do you scan the docs to your computer and then send to your phone? Sorry, I'm not very tech savvy when it comes to scanners. 
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Msg #651997
6 replies | Really? People are hitting rock bottom | By Cheryl Elliott on 1/23/26 2:25pm
Date: January 30,2026
Time: 05:00 PM
Location: Santa Maria CA 93455
Driving Miles: 20.70
Hybrid Refinance -Approx Page: 95 -Copies: 1 No Scanback Req'd
Fee: $ 55.00
I had two approximately this size last week at $115 each. I countered this, we'll see what happens. But, reallly, people are grabbing these up like there is no tomorrow.
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Msg #651981
15 replies | An oldie but goodie that once again feels very relevant... | By JanetK_CA on 1/20/26 10:41pm
For decades now, mediocre Signing Services have tried to rope in notaries by promising them 'volume' if they'll lower their fees. [These days, they use the platform to just offer up signings a lower fees up front.] That works great for them, because their overhead doesn't much change with increased volume - unless they need to add to their staff. We're the ones doing the driving, printing, etc., so 'volume' doesn't work the same for us.
Yoli recently found an old post that did a wonderful job of clarifying the fallacy that we can increase our income by doing more work at a lower fee. Since it might have gotten buried down that thread, I'm posting it here again for those who might have missed it: Msg #488879. In that post, Marian Harmon did a great job of spelling out how that's not the same for us.
While reading over some of the old threads about this issue, I ran across an old post of my own where I used Marian's numbers and tried to spell it out even more clearly with some specific examples, and doing the math. In case you're interested, here's that post: Msg #550749. I realize that platforms and email blasts have changed the dynamics of all of this, but I believe it's important to understand how this impacts our profitability. I like the idea of working less and earning more! That's one of the key reasons I'm doing more GNW these days and am particular about what assignments I accept from signing services.
If/when business does begin to pick up again as interest rates rise, and people start seeing higher rates as a new normal, I urge you all to take these facts to heart, and don't give away your services or devalue your worth, leaving the profit to those in the middle...
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Msg #651968
5 replies | AB 1597 Introduced: Modernizing CA Notary Fee Caps | By Matt Miller on 1/17/26 12:06pm
We are pleased to share that AB 1597, authored by Assembly Member Leticia Castillo, has been officially introduced in the California Legislature. The California League of Independent Notaries (CLIN) is proud to serve as the sponsor and leading advocate for this important modernization measure.
AB 1597 proposes the first comprehensive update to California’s notary fee schedule in a decade. The bill aligns the statutory framework with current economic realities and strengthens consumer access to essential notarial services across the state.
Key Provisions of AB 1597:
-Modernizes the maximum fee for acknowledgments, jurats, and copy certifications to $20 per signature
-Adjusts deposition-related fees to $35 for services and $12 for both the oath and certificate
-Preserves existing fee exemptions for vote-by-mail ballot materials and veterans’ benefit applications
-Non-fiscal measure with no General Fund impact
-Proposed effective date: January 1, 2027
Why This Matters
The current statutory fee structure has remained unchanged since 2016, despite inflation and rising operating costs for working notaries. At the same time, notarial services continue to underpin a broad range of consumer, legal, financial, housing, and healthcare transactions. Updating the fee structure ensures that Californians maintain convenient access to notarial services while allowing notaries to sustainably deliver essential functions to the public.
What Comes Next
AB 1597 has now entered the legislative process and will be referred to committee in the weeks ahead. CLIN will begin a coordinated advocacy outreach and member engagement campaign as the bill progresses through hearings and analysis. We encourage members to stay tuned as additional opportunities to support the bill become available.
Engagement
We anticipate strong interest from across the profession as the bill advances. CLIN will be mobilizing working notaries statewide to participate in the policy process and share their experiences with lawmakers and stakeholders. Member activation is coming soon, and we will ensure you have the tools and information needed to engage effectively.
Growing Our Voice
This campaign reinforces the importance of notaries as essential service providers who facilitate the execution of critical documents and transactions for the public. We encourage members to invite fellow notaries to join the CLIN and strengthen our collective voice as the bill moves forward.
Learn More
CLIN Press Release: http://www.calnotaries.org/blog/notary-fee-modernization-bill-introduced-to-strengthen-consumer-access-to-essential-services
Bill Text: http://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260AB1597
Thank you for your continued engagement, professionalism, and commitment to advancing the role of notaries across country. Together, we are shaping a stronger and more accessible notary ecosystem for the public we serve.
In solidarity,
Matt Miller, President
The California League of Independent Notaries
matt@calnotaries.org
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Msg #651961
5 replies | Interest rates | By Yoli/CA on 1/15/26 11:44am
I had a investment property purchase earlier this week. It was for a condo in Lake Tahoe that purchaser is planning to use personally and also use as short term rental (ie. Airbnb). Interest rate is at 6.50%.
His current residence he purchased in 2021. He has an interest rate of 2.45% on his home. He has not intention of letting that one go. His plan is to pay off the Tahoe property asap and slowly work on his primary residence.
Would sure like to see those 2%s come back! We were busy as all get-go.
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Msg #651956
2 replies | My first refi !! | By Clem/CA on 1/14/26 6:42pm
Well my first refi in about two years with no cash back. Some one refied with a lower interest rate than their loan of about a year ago... Good thing for you folks out there that want to be a little more busy.
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