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| Msg #650935
2 replies | JMT Document Services | By Tammy Tyndall on 7/5/25 12:31pm
Does anyone know if JMT out of California still exists? I used to be on their platform back in like 2009-2013 but now
I can seem to find them anywhere. Does anyone work for them?
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| Msg #650934
0 replies | We are safe! Madre fire in our area | By  Cheryl Elliott on 7/5/25 12:23pm
The fire began Wednesday, July 2, 2pm, likely a cigarette or trailer chain dragging, and moved east away from us. The original was only 25 miles from our canyon community. The fire has consumed across more than 70K acres, no structures, no deaths or injuries so far. The fire is currently heading toward LA county due to wind conditions. 166 is closed putting more traffic burden in the 101.
Hope everyone stays safe. Amazing the kind of death and destruction occurs on holiday weekends. Best to stay close to home if possible.
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| Msg #650929
0 replies | Thank you USDOS | By Expeditor on 7/2/25 12:41pm
For finally getting your employees back to the office and especally for allowing China to join the Hague.
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| Msg #650924
2 replies | DocPros | By SReis on 7/1/25 12:03pm
Anyone worked with this co recently? Cant find too much recent info on them in forum or signing central except one negative recent review.
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| Msg #650918
9 replies | Annual BGC once again | By Cheryl Elliott on 6/30/25 10:00am
So I am getting ready to renew my SA annual online test and BGC. I always try to wait to the last minute so that I am not renewing every 11 months when vendors start sending notices out as early as 90 days. If there have been no changes to name, address and no criminal activity, the BGC takes only 48 hours for DOJ/FBI to clear after ine passes the online exam.
One more time!
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| Msg #650913
3 replies | just goes to show you-$$$ | By aanotary on 6/29/25 12:37pm
I had an order scheduled thru a signing service. The original time was 8 PM. The Loan Officer called me at 6 PM to tell me docs were late and that I may get them as late as 10 PM. He seemed desperate to get this order signed and I am sure he could tell I was less than pleased and he offered me $350 to just stand by and get it closed. I will admit that sweetened my mood. Maybe an hour later I get a call from the lenders office by the manager. Please stand by don't leave us hanging ( which I never said I would) and now offers me $450 to just remain available. I never asked for more money. I did get a confirmation form the signing service for this new fee. Just goes to show you that they can pay a good fee if they want to- this was more than decent . And it's a shame people will accept orders for $75. which has now ruined pricing for all of us.
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| Msg #650909
1 replies | History of Florida Notaries | By FlaNotary2 on 6/27/25 2:29pm
Thought I’d share this write up I recently did on the history of the office of Notary Public in and for the State of Florida. Enjoy!
The office of Notary Public in Florida has deep legal and historical roots extending far beyond the borders of the state itself. It can trace its ancestry to the time of the Roman Empire, where the notarius served as an official recorder, who was entrusted to transcribe proceedings, draft contracts, and preserve acts of public importance. The office was formally established in Florida on September 13, 1822, when the Governor and Legislative Council of the newly organized Territory of Florida enacted "An Act Concerning Notaries Public." This foundational statute established the legal framework for notarial practice in Florida and defined a broad range of powers and responsibilities for notaries—many of which remain in effect today.
Under the 1822 act, territorial notaries were empowered to perform the traditional notarial acts of acknowledgments, oaths, affidavits, certifying copies, and protesting dishonored negotiable instruments. They were also authorized to perform several lesser-known but significant responsibilities, including receiving and transferring securities, noting marine protests (which documented damages or losses sustained by vessels at sea), and taking proofs of debts intended to be sent abroad—a crucial function in a time when long-distance communication and documentation were slow and uncertain. The role of notaries was essential to commerce, litigation, and international trade. A Florida notary in 1822 could charge $1 for taking an acknowledgment ($30 today), or $3 for issuing a protest ($90 today).
In the early years of Florida's territorial period, notaries were appointed by the Governor without a fixed term, serving at the Governor’s pleasure—a reflection of the flexible and evolving nature of early territorial administration. This practice continued until June 3, 1897, when a standardized four-year term of office was established by law. Initially, the Governor held the authority to appoint notaries with jurisdiction limited to particular "limits and precincts," such as individual counties. However, since January 1, 1976, all notarial commissions have been issued on a statewide basis, with notaries authorized to act throughout the State of Florida.
In keeping with the broader social norms of the 19th century, women were initially barred from serving as notaries. This restriction remained in place until June 2, 1899, when Florida law was amended to allow women to be appointed to the office—a reflection of the slow but steady progress toward gender equality in the public sphere.
As Florida's legal and civic life became increasingly complex, the duties of notaries public expanded accordingly. On February 8, 1861, notaries were granted the authority to solemnize the rites of matrimony, making Florida one of the few states where notaries may legally officiate weddings—a distinctive feature of the office that persists to this day. Later legislative reforms continued to broaden the notary's role: on October 1, 1980, notaries became empowered to verify vehicle identification numbers (VINs), facilitating the registration of motor vehicles. On July 3, 1992, their powers were extended to include the inventorying of safe-deposit boxes, a responsibility often required in estate and probate matters.
Through these changes, the office of Notary Public in Florida has remained a vital part of the state’s legal and civic framework. From its origins in the territorial period to its modern role in weddings, real estate transactions, and probate proceedings, the Florida notary continues to serve as an accessible, trusted public officer at the intersection of law, commerce, and community life.
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| Msg #650907
2 replies | Allstate Signing --G/B/U? | By Yoli/CA on 6/27/25 1:07pm
They are not in SC. Sorry, I have no other information other than they offer assignments via SO and their website:
(NR doesn't allow me to post the website)
Yes, I countered their low fee. 
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| Msg #650902
2 replies | Type of signing | By Meylin Tello on 6/26/25 11:31pm
Can anyone help me figure out what is a "Next Day Order (at least 24 hour notice)"
Thanks in advance
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| Msg #650894
7 replies | SigingOrder.com AKA NotaryResume | By Chang - Shun on 6/26/25 4:11pm
Hi everyone,
Can anyone please help me how to get notifications via text/sms and email if there are new jobs posted from this service? 10 minutes ago, I checked the job board, there were only 2 old jobs. just a couple minutes ago, I checked the board again, there are 5 new jobs but are already taken! There is no way that I will keep refreshing the web-based job board every minute. Thanks for your input and support!
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| Msg #650885
7 replies | New here | By BIADE25 on 6/25/25 3:06pm
Newly commissioned notary here in the Bay Area—still figuring things out! Do you all find work mostly through this site, or should I still be advertising elsewhere too? Would love tips from folks who've been at this longer!
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| Msg #650882
6 replies | All kinds of new products surfacing | By Cheryl Elliott on 6/24/25 11:43pm
Have you seen a product that puts a private $$ equity partner in a second position and gives homeowner some cash to pay the medical expenses that have diminished her credit score. As the home appreciates, the equity partner participates in that appreciation and will always have a 20% interest. I haven't seen this product before. Something new, or am I out of the loop?
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| Msg #650873
6 replies | cloud signings llc failure to pay | By Craig Lee on 6/23/25 10:19am
Does anyone have advice on what actions to take legally for Cloud Signings failure to pay properly invoiced signings over 100 days old?
and as a warning to others - avoid them.
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| Msg #650864
5 replies | Advanced Notary Services, Vicky Longobardi, 714-345-1754 | By Yoli/CA on 6/20/25 8:30am
Received a text yesterday for: "to sign loan docs tomorrow at 10 am in Folsom." In my response, I inquired if docs are ready now, any special instructions, scans, Spanish. Her response: "Yes and just fed ex after No scans" My response: "Yes, can do. Fee is $150." Complete silence after that. Nothing.
Guess Vicky got busy with her other recruiting business. Good to see people diversifying when business is slow. In this case, same skillset (recruiting), different industry. Hopefully, one doesn't interfere too badly with the other.
http://www.linkedin.com/in/vicky-longobardi-b25b4078/
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| | | Msg #650847
9 replies | Counter Offers | By Yoli/CA on 6/18/25 10:20am
I received NUMEROUS blast text offers from various companies (signing services and title companies, both) yesterday. Many were for extremely low-ball fees; some were for outside my service area with no time allowed for printing and driving. For those in the latter department, I just ignored/deleted. For the low-ballers, most I ignored, some I countered. It was a slow day for me and sometimes I'm up to play their game.
There was a sellers package that came in for $65 with a sign time of 11am at a location approximately 40-60 minutes' drive from me. I countered at $200. That same offer kept coming in with additional $5 incremental increases. I kept countering at $200. When it came in at $90, I countered at $225. Voila! Shortly thereafter, I received a phone call and an email awarding me the signing at $200. HOWEVER ... the 11am signing time had already passed. I was to contact signers and schedule to allow for full scan backs (47-page package) and to make final Fedex pickup for the day. Next thing I know, signers call me and we scheduled for 2:00pm, which allowed plenty of time for everything. Got 'er done and everyone was happy!
Counter offering works sometimes.
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| Msg #650840
0 replies | Montgomery County Referrals | By Rebecca Salzman on 6/17/25 6:16pm
Hi! I am a mobile notary working in the Montgomery County Maryland area. I am seeking folks who are willing to witness documents being signed. Anytime I have a need- I struggle finding folks...if anyone is interested for future contact from me -please contact me via text. 240-750-3544. THANK YOU!
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| Msg #650837
3 replies | Change my profile picture | By Judith Hatch on 6/17/25 1:16pm
I am trying to change my profile picture. I see the area on my profile to change the picture but when I hit the change button the only thing that happens is that it brings up a full screen shot of my current picture and there is no way for me to change. Any help and/or assistance would be greatly appreciated. Please and Thank You.
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