Professional Notary Blog

Registration for domestic partnership became legal just a few months ago in WA.One part of the regulations regarding domestic partners is getting little exposure: people over 62 can register, gay or straight.This is a big help to hetero seniors. There are many poor elderly couples who live togeth...

The core of successful marketing for general notary public work is all about:*Knowing what services you can provide - the types of notarizations you can do.*Creating a clear profile of your target market and then carefully studying your demographics to learn where those people live, work, volunte...

Some of the people on Active Rain post truly helpful information on marketing and other topics.But AR's search feature is terrible.  It used to be better.  I don't know why they downgraded it.I just read an article/blog on how to find the info I am looking for on AR.  It works so I am sharing!Ski...

NW WA notary serves locals and BC residentsIf you need a US notary, Professional Notary can help.(360) 510-6530.  Special number for Canadians rings in Bellingham office: (604) 484-3681Notary services regarding:Apostilles - Hague ConventionPowers of AttorneyWillsDeedsHouse purchase and loanTimesh...

My new book is just out.MARKETING FOR REVERSE MORTGAGE NOTARY SIGNING AGENT WORK:A step-by-step guerilla marketing guide to getting work on your terms & at your feesThis book gives step by step instructions on how to: Find great prospects ::::  Turn them into loyal clients  ::::  Get the fee you ...

When my terrific loan originators have a signing outside my coverage area, I always locate an experienced notary for them because if I don't the TC sends them a cheap newbie.  Finding a good NSA helps me because the practice is good for client (LO) loyalty.  Plus I give the notary some tips about...

1.  Know your state's regulations on notarization using Signature by Mark.  This is used when the borrower cannot sign her/his name but can only make a mark.  (One gal I worked with held the pen with her teeth.)  Most title companies are not familiar with Signature by Mark so I always enclose a c...

Editors of periodicals, radio stations, and TV news channels get hundreds if not thousands of emailed press releases every day.  There are 3 rules you must absolutely follow if you want them to read your press releases and publish your news item.   1. Use correct formatting.  See the bottom of th...

My thoughts on acceptable forms of payment for general (non-loan) notary work.When I did loan work, I got very tired of waiting weeks or months to be paid.  The TCs sat on my money, earning interest, while they made me wait.  I no longer tolerate that.CASHIn my state, notaries are required to quo...

I would be honored to notarize your Declaration of Domestic Partnership form for you.  I notarized the first one Friday, July 20, for a couple who had been together 7 years.  Notarizing their signatures and hearing their oaths felt like I was taking part in their long-awaited celebration.  They p...