RUN RUN RUN, Run as fast as you can... Just kidding...
I find this job to be very rewarding and quite enjoyable. When I first began, I started out slow and expanded as my business grew. Quite frankly you have already fought half your battle, getting the equipment to do the work...
I highly recommend, while it is strongly debated by others in this forum, certification from NNA, ASN or some other organization, unless you already have an existing in-depth knowledge of mortgage documents. Get some business cards. Now that the NNA is allowing members to use the emblems, you can have your own business cards made. Make something nice but not too extravagant. I have done very little marketing and have built up enough business to be able to work in this full time, until recently when I got my Real Estate license...
Get your name out there in front of some people, ones who matter and can help you along the way. Talk to title officers and escrow officers. Go to some real estate mixers if any are held in your area. These are all ways to meet people in the business. Believe it or not, some of my business comes from title companies that hear of me from REALTORS who have closed in their offices.
Make a name for yourself and you can go very far. Make sure people know you are dependable and trustworthy and very knowledgeable.. When you do, you will be the one they call when they need help AND when other notaries have made a mistake, which happens with great frequency I am sad to report...
Good luck with it. This is a cyclical industry and is dictated by interest rates and the general market and economy. Stick with it and your rewards will be great.
***How was that for supportive and friendly, for those of you who think I am not?*** |
