notary public: Estate Liquidation – The Final Accounting - 08/20/08 09:29 AM
This group of articles was created to maximize the value of a personal estate while minimizing the efforts by you or for the family, executor or conservator. This Multi-tiered approach to Estate Liquidation leaves the real property ready for SALE after generating maximum income from the personal property.
Yes, we … (1 comments)
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notary public: For helpful Consumer Tips and Tools, Check out UKE Tips at www.UKENotary.com - 08/15/08 04:12 PM
Urban Knight Enterprises, Inc. takes pride in offering services and helpful information that all consumers can benefit from. We have added helpful informational tips and tools that can be used daily at www.UKENotary.com.
Do you ever wonder about what the duties of a notary public are? You can download a … (2 comments)
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notary public: Why Isn't Forgery A Serious Offense? - 08/11/08 09:44 PM
Several years ago, I learned that a real estate lien had been placed against a piece of property for a loan, and that the loan documents had not only been forged, but the forged signature had been notarized.
I brought the matter to the attention of the District Attorney. After some … (10 comments)
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notary public: Notaries beware! Do you do your job thoroughly? - 08/06/08 05:56 AM
The other day, I did a loan signing with a mortgage broker and Realtor present. First, I brought out my Notorial Log and completed the information in it. Both said wow, they never saw a notary do that. OK, it is not a Florida requirement, but it is foolish NOT to do … (9 comments)
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notary public: Check the photo on your Driver’s License and Passport. Is it really you? - 07/28/08 09:58 PM
I was at my last notary appointment for the day and was looking forward to the weekend. This would be a quick appointment - one form; one signor; a piece of cake. But when the customer presented me with his Driver's License I froze. The name on the License matched the … (2 comments)
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notary public: I am now a notary public! - 07/23/08 04:57 AM
As of yesterday, I am now a notary public! Whoo hoo! So if you are in Stone Mountain, Decatur, or Tucker I can notarize your forms for you. I'm so excited to be able to offer this service to you! If you're further away, I can still come to you but … (0 comments)
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notary public: Why??? - 07/15/08 12:01 AM
I know I am new to the Notary world, but already I am annoyed by clients. Why would someone take the time to call me and get all my information, pricing and my schedule to then never call me back. I have had 2 people do this to me in the last … (11 comments)
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notary public: Q: How many brokers does it take to screw up just one deal? - 07/08/08 12:58 AM
The answer is, just one as I'm sure many of you already know...
I know because I've seen a number of deals go sideways at the signing table.
How?
The mortgage broker insisted on "sitting in" during the presentation of loan documents by the Notary Signing Agent. Only twice in my personal … (13 comments)
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notary public: Great Tool For Appointment Setting - 06/26/08 01:59 PM
I'm not sure I'm going to use this, but it's definitely worth looking into.
I found an online Flash Calendar that people can use to schedule appointments with you. The reason I'm not sure I'll use this is I'm not sure I want this open to the public. The reason I … (2 comments)
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notary public: OVER SIGNING A NAME vs. UNDER SIGNING - 06/23/08 11:32 AM
All the documents in a loan package should be signed exactly as the names appear on them. The full signature must be consistent throughout the loan package, even if there is no name typed under the signature line. The operative word from above is should, instead of must. If the document … (0 comments)
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notary public: Now THAT was FAST!!! - 06/20/08 02:01 AM
A couple of days ago I put a web page up to promote my notary business (http://www.becknermobilenotary.com). Then I went to my personal blog that I have set up on blogger (owned by Google) and put a post announcing my new web page. I think maybe that helped Google add it … (6 comments)
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notary public: Summer Solstice | The First Day of Summer - 06/18/08 05:20 PM
We are approaching the first day of summer. This day is known as the . It depends where you live, as to the timing of the first day of summer. In the USA and the rest of the northern hemisphere, summer starts on (June 20th or 21st). In Europe it's … (3 comments)
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notary public: Every thought of becoming a Notary Public - 06/18/08 01:09 PM
Okay, So you just passed you Notary exam or you already hold a notary commission, what is next. Have you considered putting your newly acquired skills to use as a Mobile Loan Document Signing Agent? Please don't put that title on your business card, as it is too long.
First you … (5 comments)
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notary public: Now you know why! - 06/17/08 04:09 AM
Notaries Beware:
Please review this price list I found from a title company offering closing services. They have listed a notary fee of $150 without a notary's concurrence. I have a big problem with outside agencies establishing my fees for my business.
No other professions allow third parties to establish … (7 comments)
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notary public: Marketing Idea I Had Last Night - 06/16/08 06:41 PM
I've been thinking of ways to get some free marketing done and create some relationships at the same time. Last night I had a no-brainer idea that has started some good dialogue. I attend a mega church in South Orange County. I got to thinking there must be several members in … (12 comments)
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notary public: Notarizing Loan Modification Docs - 06/15/08 06:53 PM
If you've done notary work for loan modifications, can you give me some information? I am doing one of these on Tuesday and don't know what I'm getting into. I was told that the client already has the docs so I can't even look them over. Is it true that there … (4 comments)
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notary public: Marketing Myself - 06/13/08 07:16 PM
Today for me was marketing day. I've been trying to find a couple more loan agents to use me as their notary public. I decided to think back to past conversations I've had to think of leads instead of cold calling. Here's what I came up with:
1. My friend Steve … (5 comments)
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notary public: Getting Into The Commercial Loan Notary Business - 06/13/08 04:11 AM
I'm at the research stage of getting into commercial loan notary work. I've got plenty of experience notarizing home loan documents. However, it's been a little discouraging trying to learn about commercial loan notary work. Any Active Rain-ers out there doing notary work for commercial loans? Do you have any advice? … (3 comments)
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notary public: Taking Care Of Business - 06/12/08 12:42 AM
This morning I was woken up by one of my dedicated home loan agents. He had a set of documents that needed to be signed TODAY. The husband and wife would not be available at the same time so I would have to meet each of them at different times in … (1 comments)
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notary public: Got A Boost From A Fellow Active Rain-er - 06/11/08 03:08 AM
I had a great meeting on Tuesday with a fellow Active Rain member. We were discussing how to expand my notary business with a couple more agents and possibly start dabbling in the commercial loans for notary work. This man gave me a list of industry professionals who could help me.
… (2 comments)
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notary public: Today's Idea For Increasing Your Value To Mortgage Brokers - 06/10/08 12:30 PM
I'm always looking for ways to increase my value to mortgage brokers and their agents. Today I posted a blog about an important webinar. It's about some new rules that could have a severe negative affect on mortgage brokers. Click here to view the blog.
A way to use this to … (0 comments)
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notary public: Electronic Notary Becoming A Reality Soon - 06/08/08 05:53 PM
The National Notary Association has an article about the development of electronic notary services. I've been watching this for a while now. I'm not sure if this will work its way into the mortgage industry, but it could be great.
This article is a great read not only for the general … (4 comments)
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notary public: Another Way To Increase Your Value - 06/05/08 08:17 PM
Today I went on a loan document signing appointment. It was a little unusual because the agent drove. While it's not uncommon for an agent to go with me on the doc signing, I always drive.
What the agent had forgotten was that when he drives, I charge less. He was … (2 comments)
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notary public: Higher Gas Prices Saves Time and Money? - 06/03/08 02:03 PM
In my mobile notary business I drive from South Orange County, California to north of Los Angeles frequently. While the 5 Freeway is the most direct route, it is also typically the worst way to go. There is a lot of construction and a few bottlenecks to contend with. Basically it's … (8 comments)
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notary public: New Notary Nugget - 06/02/08 10:32 PM
I did a home loan document signing today for a couple who made several critical comments about the notary who did the document signing for their previous mortgage.
Here are some comments they made:
1. His head was not in it. He was looking around the room instead of paying attention … (0 comments)
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notary public: Notary Advertising Options Ranked - 06/02/08 03:07 AM
Tonight I was looking into some notary stuff online and found a great website that shows several websites that where notary publics advertise. Prices are shown (some are free) as well as how their websites are ranked on Google and some other search engines. When considering where to put your advertising … (1 comments)
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notary public: Why Didn't I Think Of This Before? - 06/01/08 09:58 PM
This wouldn't work for most of my home loan document signings. However, for the signings I do within a few miles of my home office, I've decided to leave a my notary business card with the home loan clients. One of my soapbox issues is having a secondary source of income … (8 comments)
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notary public: Looking For Two Busy Loan Agents - 05/30/08 02:50 PM
I am a notary public based in South Orange County. My business is done a little different than others. I am independent which means I don't work for a notary service and I don't subcontract like notary services do. I work with a few high-producing home loan agents based in Orange … (0 comments)
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notary public: May rates - 05/22/08 12:17 PM
Well The beginning of May for loan signing was pretty good. The end sure has come to a screeching halt. The lowest rate that I was the Signing Agent was for 4.75 fixed 30 years. I was sure happy for this woman. She did pay a 350 lock fee but … (0 comments)
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notary public: Trusted Enrollment Agent - 05/21/08 06:02 AM
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notary public: Answer Your Phone - 05/07/08 02:08 AM
You want to work in this industry? Answer your phone.I don't care where I am I answer my phone except when watching a movie in a movie theater and then I put the cell on vibrate with blue tooth in my ear so I can get to the lobby and talk. … (2 comments)
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notary public: Answer Your Phone - 05/07/08 12:09 AM
You want to work in this industry?
Answer your phone and I don't care where I am I answer my phone except when watching a movie in a movie theater and then I put it on vibrate with blue tooth in my ear so I can get to the lobby and … (2 comments)
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notary public: What are professional notarial services worth and why do notaries accept less? - 05/02/08 07:44 PM
At needAnotary.net we feel the pressure is on for notary professionals to meet the challenge of current economic conditions, demands imposed by clients and regulations, changes in notarial laws and exploitation from third party interest, i.e. signing services.
If notaries don't become more responsible and business minded in operating their businesses and … (3 comments)
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notary public: Mobile Notary / Signing Agent - Santa Rosa, CA - 05/01/08 10:28 AM
If you're in need of a notary in the Sonoma, Marin, or Napa Counties, please give me a call. I am licensed, bonded, insured, certified through several associations and am background screened. Attention to detail is where I excel. Call me for a reliable, accurate, and professional signing. Thank you,
Elizabeth … (2 comments)
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notary public: Never Put Your Name/Address/Phone Number on a FedEx or UPS Overnight Bill - 04/28/08 11:45 PM
I know the reason notary/loan signers go on the Internet and print out the FedEx/UPS labels because it is so much more convenient/faster and looks more professional than a hand written label.
The sender and the receiver are always the same name and never put your name or phone number on one … (8 comments)
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notary public: Some of my favorite quotes you might have missed....enjoy! - 04/27/08 12:45 PM
Here are some quotes from recent ("A Quick Note") posts you might have missed:
On integrity....
I made up my mind, long before entering this line of work, that my work had to represent integrity. In order to do anything well, you have to be able to sleep at night. The hardest challenge a … (11 comments)
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notary public: Identify Theft - Blotter - 04/27/08 04:35 AM
Online Identity Theft: Who's after my Facebook password?SC Magazine US - USAIdentity is best defined as a set of individual characteristics by which a person is recognized or known. The online world, however, has to rely on other ...Read entire story
Ground Zero Workers Exposed to Possible Identity TheftFOXNews - USAHundreds … (3 comments)
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notary public: More on Legal Size Paper Costs - 04/25/08 11:57 PM
The best place to buy legal size paper is FedEx @ 35.50 per case with free shipping over $50. Order 2 cases and you have met their criteria.
Go to www.FedEX.com click on United States and then click on "Office Print Services" then put code: XER3R2051
When you get to checkout put in … (9 comments)
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notary public: E-Signings - 04/25/08 09:53 PM
I noticed on other message board (www.notaryrotary.com) that some companies are actually listing e-signing assignments for loan document signings that are available if a notary loan signer responds for that particular geographical area.
Do we all need to have a laptop and a wireless connector for the Internet? One person responded that he … (10 comments)
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notary public: Looking for a Mobile Notary - 04/25/08 01:54 PM
Looking for a Mobile Notary
Find a notary public NOW!
Stop Looking Now! We have Professional Notaries Public & Loan Signing Agents Nationwide in the US to service your notarial needs.
Our notaries are eager and willing to serve your needs, many operate 24/7/365 to accommodate your schedule. All notaries on our sites have … (3 comments)
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notary public: Political correctness? (Blah, blah, blah!!!) - 04/24/08 06:56 PM
Previously posted elsewhere by "A Quick Note"
Remember when it wasn't a crime to make a profit?....when someone found a recipe for success, you would strive to emulate that behavior so as to have a duplicate result? Better yet, you'd do it better than the other guy, thus raising the bar and … (0 comments)
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notary public: Electronic Notarizations - 04/22/08 10:38 AM
Hello,
I hope everyone is having a great start to this new year. I just wanted to anounce that Florida House Bill 1305 took effect Januray 1, 2008. This Bill authorizes electronic notarizations to be performed in the state of Florida. This means notaries can electronically notarize documents and the state can record … (3 comments)
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notary public: Become A Mobile Notary Public - 04/20/08 03:26 AM
Start Earning Income as a Notary
Public!
If you are a Notary Public and looking to start, expand or grow your Notary Public income, you'll need a
listing in the Traveling Professional Notaries Network. A national network of notaries committed to delivering services to attorneys, title and escrow companies, … (2 comments)
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notary public: Adventures of a Notary Signing Agent... - 04/19/08 02:37 PM
Adventures of a Notary Signing Agent...
Previously posted elsewhere by "A Quick Note"
OK, so I arrive at a very modest, older (vintage 1950's) house after dark and the house is dimly lit. I remember I'd just gotten a new prescription for my glasses and my eyes were adjusting to them... Anyways, … (5 comments)
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notary public: Ethics...The Golden Rule...and Us, The Notary Signing Agent... - 04/18/08 12:28 PM
Modified from a post made elsewhere by "A Quick Note"
DON'T GET CAUGHT UP IN THE DETAILS HERE FOLKS....YOUR STATE (OR YOUR BELIEFS ABOUT CORRECT PROCEDURE) MAY BE DIFFERENT. TRY TO SOAK IN THE BIGGER MESSAGE.....We have all been approached by the last minute Loan Officer, Mortgage Broker or even the occassional … (0 comments)
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notary public: Who is needAnotary? | How can they help me? - 04/17/08 06:03 PM
Who is
needAnotary?
At any given moment, there are millions of consumers using the Internet to research and look for products and services. Being notaries ourselves, we see an opportunity in providing people looking for notaries to perform notarizations access to a network of highly qualified mobile notaries.
Being Internet Marketing … (0 comments)
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notary public: Notarize it.... 'cuz I said so, that's why!! - 04/17/08 02:02 PM
I'm a service provider. Nothing makes me happier than to help a client with their notary needs and to help complete their business documents. I get frustrated when, like today for example, I receive incomplete documents with blanks. I kindly instruct my client that the document must be completed prior to notarization … (12 comments)
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notary public: I Have A Free Newsletter for Notary/ loan signers - 04/17/08 01:03 AM
Just email me at joan.bergstrom@yahoo.com
This is the only website that I have offered the newsletter without attending a www.notaryclasses.com loan signing class (or purchasing the How To Become A Wildly Successful Loan Signing Agent book in Calif.
I like this website and I like the notaries who post and this is why … (2 comments)
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notary public: Oops! Are your credentials showing? - 04/16/08 07:34 PM
Oops! Are your credentials showing?
Modified from a previous post made elsewhere by "A Quick Note"
I recognize that there is a vast difference in the goals, aspirations, education, training and especially the abilities of the professionals who visit this and other similar sites. This seems to be a theme that runs through … (0 comments)
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notary public: Notaries put their livelihood and freedom on the line for you... - 04/16/08 04:07 PM
Excerpts from: Amendments and New Laws Effective January 1, 2008 [Notary Handbook-California Secretary of State]
The certificate of acknowledgment now is executed under penalty of perjury (Civil Code section 1189) In addition to the background check by the Department of Justice, notary public applicants' fingerprints will be submitted to … (2 comments)
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notary public: Raise your right hand..."do you solemnly swear or affirm that...." - 04/16/08 01:09 AM
Previously posted elsewhere by "A Quick Note" on May 11, 2007
Hey! CA Notaries: Did you administer your oath today?8214.1. The Secretary of State may refuse to appoint any person asnotary public or may revoke or suspend the commission of any notarypublic upon any of the following grounds:............(k) Failure to administer the oath … (12 comments)
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notary public: Who is needAnotary? - 04/16/08 12:46 AM
At any given moment, there are millions of consumers using the Internet to research and look for products and services. Being notaries ourselves, we see an opportunity in providing people looking for notaries to perform notarizations access to a network of highly qualified mobile notaries.
Being Internet Marketing experts, … (3 comments)
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notary public: Please remove my email address notary@myemailaddress.com from your mailing list - 04/13/08 10:37 AM
Over the past 5 years needAnotary has embodied the spirit, pulse and entrepreneurship of Professional Notaries, working in the field as Mobile Notaries and Loan Signing Agents. We at needAnotary push the envelope for higher fees for professional services offered via notaries, including travel fees.
We believe signing companies are … (0 comments)
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notary public: Notaries...Planning your schedule? Plan to change it too... - 04/12/08 10:36 AM
Originally posted elsewhere by "A Quick Note" on April 15, 2007
As a notary signing agent, we are also master-planners. We take phone calls, set appointments, pick-up and deliver documents, catch FEDEX and UPS trucks, navigate traffic situations while printing docs, while waiting for that fax from escrow, while trying to choke down … (13 comments)
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notary public: What have you done for me lately? - 04/12/08 01:53 AM
What have you done for me lately?
Originally posted elsewhere by "A Quick Note" on June 2, 2007
In my former life, I managed fast-food restaurants. The kids who worked for me would ask for raises having done nothing (other than being on the payroll) to earn more compensation. I was often required to … (2 comments)
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notary public: Loan Signing Classes - 04/11/08 04:07 PM
We offer Loan Signing classes at www.notaryclasses.com . I co-authored How To Become A Wildly Successful Loan Signing Agent. These classes are available in Northern & Southern Calif.
They are held on Sundays at locations throughout the state. We teach you what supplies and equipment you must purchase. We teach you how … (0 comments)
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notary public: California Dreamin'.........Don't give the Notary a hard time! - 04/10/08 03:59 PM
Originally posted elsewhere by "A QUICK NOTE" on May 11, 2007
I ran across another "lawfully challenged" individual (mortgage broker) yesterday. He just wanted to get his deal done and was truly "put off" by my adherence to the law. Although he didn't cross over the line, he came very close. … (2 comments)
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notary public: Dual Tray Printers and the Cost of Paper - 04/08/08 12:44 AM
I have 2 Brother MFC8860DN printers and I ordered 2 additional trays so I could pull legal and letter size when I print loan documents.
The cost of legal paper has sky rocket in the last couple of months and I am wondering if other loan signers are considering buying a dual tray … (8 comments)
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notary public: No real cure for borrowers fears...only levels of comfort with the process - 04/07/08 07:59 PM
In my experience, having conducted over 5,000 signings, borrowers often have trepidation at the signing table. For the most part, mortgage brokers don't even know that the docs have finally come together from the lender and that escrow has sent me to sign their clients. After their surprise of my calling them to … (4 comments)
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notary public: Going into business is not about losing a lot of money. - 04/07/08 03:20 PM
When you elect to run an ad in a national magazine, your local community newspaper, The Wall Street Journal or an industry trade magazine, you are buying the confidence in their ability to deliver your message to your target market.
The problems with these solutions are 1.) Very expensive … (0 comments)
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notary public: Tax Time is Coming in Less Than Two Weeks! - 04/07/08 12:25 AM
I am not a tax accountant, but I know a few things about deductions and self employment taxes. Keep good accounting of all your business tax deductions on a month by month basis and it could make it easier for you over the year end.
Many tax preparers don't know that a Notary … (2 comments)
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notary public: I'm just a drop of water,...in a river, long and winding... - 04/05/08 09:10 AM
Playing "office" when I was a kid was always my favorite pastime. When my friends were excited about sports equipment, toys and games, I was always happiest with a fresh batch of office supplies. I liked forms and checklists, pens and binder clips. I was always a CEO or a President … (2 comments)
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notary public: I've seen my listing on line, and it's OK except: - 04/04/08 12:13 PM
I've seen my listing online, and it's OK except: I would like to feature my name and deleting my company (Graphic Consulting Group). Can you do that?
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Dear Richard,
needAnotary is a completely self-managed site. Any changes that you need maybe made quickly, then saved and updated inside your Admin Panel.
… (0 comments)
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notary public: Cutting The Cost of Legal Size Paper - 04/03/08 07:40 PM
I was in Sam's Club to day and and found the price of legal size paper had gone up over $2.65 in the last week and is now $42.65 + tax.
I am in Riverside CA so your price could be different. When I returned to my office I immediately took advantage of … (1 comments)
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notary public: This tape will self-destruct in 10 seconds...or my head will explode... - 04/02/08 11:22 PM
What is the meaning of life?I could tell you but then I'd have to kill you!
Perhaps the meaning of life is to enjoy the experiences you share with those you love. How's that?
So many of us get wrapped up into our business that we forget how to "download" properly... Vacations can even … (2 comments)
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notary public: What "pet" names do you find offensive? - 03/31/08 11:59 PM
When I was a younger guy, I used to work with a gal from somewhere down south. Her manner of speaking soon rubbed off on those who worked around her and had me referring to women I was friendly with as "Hon" ...(short for honey). I honestly never meant it as … (7 comments)
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notary public: Networking groups sometimes missing the mark...must be a better way! - 03/30/08 12:01 PM
Ever feel like you've been to one-too-many mixers, seminars and networking group recruiting breakfasts? Most give you that cheesy nametag to wear so that insincere social misfits can walk up to you, call you by name, and spend the next 20 minutes blathering on about their local store which, by the … (5 comments)
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notary public: Campaign buttons...I like the concept! - 03/30/08 12:53 AM
Remember when a campaign button was an effective tool? If you do, you are surely much older than I am. Still, I like the simplicity of them. Today, so much of our advertising is high-tech, internet related or somehow even more impersonal. Buttons seem to be more tangible and even more … (0 comments)
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notary public: Remembering those old wounds...Healing nicely thanks! - 03/29/08 12:12 PM
I remember my writings from last year. I was in a funk about business being slow. Several of the lenders, mortgage brokerages and escrow companies we had done considerable work with suddenly closed their doors forever. It seems that the shock of my new circumstance was difficult for me and I was … (4 comments)
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notary public: Running man brings new meaning to 10k - 03/28/08 03:47 PM
The running man? He's my logo and a metaphor for the craziness I experience when business is good. My best example?: My best day ever-(12) twelve sets of loan documents (across six counties) signed, sealed and delivered. I left for my first appointment that day at 4AM. My final appointment … (0 comments)
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notary public: The Role of a Pennsylvania Notary - 03/28/08 01:23 PM
A Pennsylvania notary is a public officer of the state. A notary public is an unbiased witness who ascertains the identity of the document signer. The notary public is authorized to perform seven official acts.
7 Official Acts:
Oaths DepositionsAffidavits ProtestsVerificationsAcknowledgementsCertificationsThe Seal of Office
In Pennsylvania, the notary public is required to have … (0 comments)
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notary public: Electronic Notarization (AKA E-Signings) - 03/27/08 10:05 PM
I wonder if we are beginning a new phase of notary work? It almost feels like 2003 when I was asked if I could do email documents and print both copies? I said yes and then I found out how to do them. Six years later I have done approx 2000+ … (14 comments)
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notary public: Notary Stamp On The Run - 03/27/08 12:34 AM
The SOS came in that morning.
That's usually short for Save Our Ship.
In this case, it was Step On it Swiftly.
The real estate boss, Jennifer, needed a paper signed. By three people. In three towns. Notarized by me.
Now.
I'm a traveling notary public. That means I'm mobile. Can go anywhere. Anytime. At the … (1 comments)
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notary public: Have we turned the tide for refinancing assignments? - 03/25/08 09:36 PM
We might have turned the tide on refinancing with the last FED cut. Applications for refinancing are up over 80% from last month.
I know I am a lot busier and I am in one of the top 3 counties for foreclosures in the United States; Riverside (San Bernardino is always included … (7 comments)
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notary public: News on applications for refinancing! - 03/25/08 08:53 PM
I just caught a quick sound bite on television which stated that new applications for refinancing increased 80% from last month. Maybe some good news for the future.
http://www.joanbergstromnotarypublic.com
… (1 comments)
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notary public: An advertising suggestion that makes alot of sense (simplify....) - 03/25/08 06:32 PM
Recently, I asked for friends to review my website...(because yesterday I didn't know what a webmaster was...today I ARE ONE!!) A comment that came from my brother was about "Branding". He stated that he saw me shorten my business name to initials only in places throughout the site and that he … (5 comments)
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notary public: There is no magic pill for doing what is right... - 03/24/08 11:51 PM
As Notary Signing Agents, there is no magic pill that will protect us from the pitfalls of fraud in the mortgage industry. There are also no easy answers, no guarantees that we will not be approached by those less scrupulous characters in our society intent on doing fraud.
Our real protection (and … (8 comments)
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notary public: California has new cellphone rules starting July 2008 - 03/23/08 01:19 AM
I have the bluetooth through my Motorola zip phone and its okay, but not great. I don't think the earphone has enough time before it needs to be re-charged.
Anyone else have a bluetooth ear piece to suggest?
http://www.joanbergstromnotarypublic.com
… (8 comments)
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notary public: Why the "bad guys" continue to get away with things...FRAUD=BAD - 03/20/08 02:32 PM
I recently was approached by an unethical person who apparently wished to engage a Notary, ...any Notary, in an endeavor whereby the act of notarization itself made the document a fraud. He apparently knew that this was an illegal act, and was fishing for a sucker so that he could say to … (4 comments)
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notary public: Want advice? Don't bet on horses with long tails... - 03/19/08 07:29 PM
In my experience, having conducted over 5,000 signings, borrowers often have trepidation at the signing table. For the most part, mortgage brokers don't even know that the docs have finally come together from the lender and that escrow has sent me to sign their clients. After the surprise of my calling them to … (3 comments)
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notary public: "Just another day in paradise..." - 03/19/08 10:36 AM
I am drawn to catch phrases and use them daily in my life. I thought that it might be fun to share a few of the many I use and see if anyone else does this too!
"If you can't get out of it, you have to get into it"
"Keep your chin up"
"Fake it, 'til … (3 comments)
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notary public: Notary Signing Agent - Santa Rosa, CA - 03/19/08 01:00 AM
Hi, I would like to introduce myself. My name is Elizabeth Foust. I am a Notary Signing Agent in Santa Rosa, CA. I've just recently joined the Active Rain community and am looking forward to possibly meeting other members from the Santa Rosa area.
If you're in need of a notary in the Sonoma, … (3 comments)
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notary public: Some Thoughts On Saving Money - 03/17/08 09:41 PM
I have a couple of thoughts that might be possible ways to save some material costs.
I have a Brother MFC8860dn (this means the machine can duplex and network) and I usually duplex the borrower's copies. I print out an extra signature page of the Deed of Trust and 1 Right to … (3 comments)
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notary public: "Money Smarts", Our Children Need to Have Them Too! - 03/15/08 08:29 PM
As a child, I can recall my parents always having a disscusion about bills and money. It drove me crazy to hear that old phrase, "Money Doesn't Grow On Trees". I told myself, I would never say that phrase or have those money issues when I became an adult. Boy, was that a pipe dream!
As parents we work diligently to provide … (6 comments)
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notary public: Did your notary interpret something for you?? Oopsy!! That's a NO-NO!! - 03/11/08 01:20 AM
While a Notary Signing Agent may have all that is needed to get you through your signing and be able to provide you with alot of "general" information as to your documents, he or she shouldn't be advising you. Unless of course your NSA is also an attorney or a licensed … (0 comments)
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notary public: Continuing the marketing effort by thinking outside the box... - 03/09/08 03:25 PM
Posters, banners, bootleg signs and blogging... because...
...sometimes, word-of-mouth just isn't enough! Sometimes, you have to go above and beyond to insure you're doing enough. Even then, you are not always sure...
I update my training, list my services and attributes in as many places as I can comfortably afford, and focus on friendly customer … (2 comments)
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notary public: Directional/Human Signage...is it an effective tool? - 03/08/08 04:54 PM
I've seen this tactic used for new construction and the sale of Model Homes... Since the practice began to be so popular, I began to wonder if it would work for me...?
I finally decided to go out on a limb last week and ordered the signs... Can any of you provide feedback on … (5 comments)
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notary public: Introduction blog - 03/05/08 10:45 AM
Hello,
I would like to introduce myself and my company to activerain and all its members. I am a Certified Signing Agent, Mobile Notary, and Field Inspector serving Manatee and Sarasota counties in Florida. My experience includes purchases, re-fi's, HELOC, investment, and reverse mortgages. All are laser printed and double checked for … (5 comments)
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notary public: Notary Tax Help - 03/04/08 12:34 AM
http://www.eliteplus.biz/ is avery good website for "free tax information for notary/loan-signers." What expenses can be claimed as a Notary Public?With our Notary Public business there are many tax advantages and expenses that Notaries can claim. Since Notaries are considered public officials, we are not subject to self employment tax on the amount … (4 comments)
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notary public: Steer clear of fraud...and regret - 03/03/08 01:52 AM
If you choose to ask a notary to back-date or otherwise "color outside the lines" you may be engaging in a no-no yourself. While many RE professionals spend weeks, even months getting a deal together and servicing their clients so-as to cross every "t" and dot every "i", it never fails … (1 comments)
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notary public: It's the customer, baby! - 03/01/08 01:23 PM
Nothing like great customer service.
You treat clients right, and you're bound to reap benefits in referrals and cash.
You get the same treatment while shopping, well, you're going back there something fierce.
Take Verizon Wireless. A couple of times, its shops treated me as an afterthought. I was ready to drop it and … (4 comments)
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notary public: Notary Travel Fees - 02/28/08 07:47 PM
To be profitable you'll need to wear both your business operations and your marketing hats. Too many notaries make money, but few are profitable. You can use the back of your business card as a coupon to promote Free document notarization. An offer as such will serve your well to … (1 comments)
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notary public: www.needanotary.net | 100% SEO Friendly | Find A Notary Public - 02/28/08 12:21 AM
If you want more exposure for your notary public business, I suggest you consider a membership in www.needanotary.net.
This is a 100% SEO Friendly site where attorneys, direct lenders, bail agents, traffic schools, hospitals and elder care facilities and the public at large go daily to find local mobile … (0 comments)
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notary public: Free Loan Signer Newsletter Available - 02/22/08 04:04 PM
The loan signer newsletter will be available to all http://www.notaryclass.com/ students who took our loan signing class or purchased the How To Become A Wildly Successful Loan Signing Agent book.I want to keep our students current with new law changes, new marketing suggestions, equipment updates and much more!Our industry changes constantly and … (0 comments)
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notary public: Do you own a mobile notary public business? - 02/21/08 04:38 PM
Do you own a mobile notary public business?
Do you have a website that brings you regular traffic and notary
assignments?
If you answered "NO" to both questions above, would you be open to changing that paradigm to “YES”?
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notary public: A Professional Solution for Creating a Notary Public Web Presence - 02/21/08 03:36 PM
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notary public: How many notary jobs do you get from the Yellow Pages? - 02/20/08 12:39 AM
My right shoulder is not good and I went to my favorite message expert in Riverside. Karen Brown on Jurupa.
I asked her how she got all her customers? Were they from referrals or yellow pages? She said they were mostly from the ATT&T Yellow pages and from customer referrals. She doesn't advertise on … (4 comments)
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notary public: Loan Signing Companies - 02/18/08 10:33 PM
I wonder how many Loan Signing Services have gone out of business in the last 6 months? I don't have the answer but there are many loan signing companies I haven't heard from since Aug 2007 when the subprime mess hit the fan!
It's not an easy business to be in. I know … (5 comments)
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notary public: Sweet Home - 02/17/08 11:34 PM
What's to do between notarizing loan papers and other docs?
Watch movies and read books, not to mention catch every baseball, football, basketball and tennis event in creation.
So on Sunday, the channel was on "Sweet Home Alabama." When it comes to upbeat love, it's the biggest winner since the Crimson Tide national … (0 comments)
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notary public: The Housing Part of the Federal Stimulus package - 02/13/08 10:12 PM
It will be interesting in the next few months to see how the housing part of the stimulus package impacts us?
Concerning the housing problems, the stimulus plan will increase the limits on home loans that can be purchased by Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac, the government-sponsored finance companies, and on loans that can … (5 comments)
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