5 Tips To Know Before Becoming A Notary Loan Signing Agent | 1 Year Reflection

[@lisarogers5873]

I love that you said your first one took 3 hours. Mine took 2 hours because the client had a lot of questions. The signing company was having a fit because they were in Texas and I was in Oregon so there is a 2 hour time difference. They wanted scanbacks right away. My all-in-one printer/scanner/fax machine could only handle 10 pages at a time so my scanning was slow. They kept texting and calling and emailing me "WHERE ARE THE DOCUMENTS!" which was only delaying me more. They were so frustrated because I was trying to check over the docs to make sure they were correct and some didn't scan very well so I had to redo them. It was a nightmare. It didn't get funded that day and they let me know how bad that was but I don't know, even now, how I could have prevented those things as a newbie. It just happened. Now I rush through the docs more, just making sure they sign and initial where they are supposed to and say, if you have questions please ask your loan officer. We can call them with all your questions at the end. I have never had to call the loan officer. My signings still take 1 hour. The scanbacks still take 30-45 minutes, then running to FedEx takes another 1 hour round-trip. I honestly don't know how people get 4-5 signings done in one day using a signing service. Maybe going direct is the only way to go.

[@reginabrady4832]

Thanks for the tips! I'm a realtor and Notary but I just became certified to become a loan signing agent. I'm building my Marketing campaign 🎉 and I'm excited.

[@janelleon7605]

I took the Notary exam,I don’t know if I pass also because want to be a realtor too,any tips for pass the Notary exam,if I don’t pass.

[@alexm1841]

I lost my job of 14 years last week. Your video was very helpful. I've already signed up for a 1-day seminar in CA and ready to get this journey started!

[@loveekarren]

hi Alex, where did you sign up? I am in the state of California as well and planning on doing this path

[@Robbyswifey009]

I'm in California, paid 35 for a 6 hour course

[@kenyabradley5300]

@@Robbyswifey009 Hello Karen. Do you mind sharing where you took the course?

[@ksarite]

Fellow LSS'er here. You're doing all the right things. Setting goals, keeping a budget, more direct than ss, creating multiple (passive) streams, and working smarter and not harder. Good job👍🏽

[@amandapluma]

I appreciate this. After a year I finally realized how to go about this. :)

[@karinakovacevich9527]

Such a Virgo! I am one too! I’ve been wanting to get into notary work or real estate for years! and I’ve been Procrastinating on just picking one so crazy But I’m going to take this video coming up for me at 4:30 am when I can’t go back to sleep as a sign to DO IT!

[@ambitiousgirlNajala]

@@karinakovacevich9527 wow it’s 6:05 am for me and I’m gonna take your message and hers as a sign! Good luck!

[@daydreamersdelight7434]

@@karinakovacevich9527 Did you do it!?

[@lissedotnicole]

i was honestly so worried this was gonna be ur bye bye notary video, but i'm glad it wasn't. happy to hear you were able to focus on yourself during ur burnout and jump back into it when you were ready :) great video amanda!

[@amandapluma]

lol I could never. It was definitely time needed. Thank you for watching :)

[@Rlangdon2012]

Thank you for being so transparent on your experiences and goals! As someone who is getting into this industry I really appreciate your down to earth approach. Thanks for the tips!

[@lauraimorales8865]

You actually inspired me to start this journey. I got all of my things ready I just need to get a printer and I'll be ready to go 😬 can't wait I'm super excited

[@alysiaserratos5747]

I’m in the exact same boat!! My job paid for me to get it over a year ago now and I’m just so intimidated to actually try :(

[@papamonkeydaddy9137]

did you start already or are you still waiting?

[@mikkolettetimmons]

My job also paid for me, but I’m scared to and don’t know where to start.

[@Dannieblanco]

I’m glad you mention the printer lease. My printer crapped out yesterday in the middle of printing out a loan package.

[@amandapluma]

omg the worst!!! I hope you got it fixed or figure out.

[@mimichemiere]

Great video! I’ve been notary for over a year now and paused it during Covid not sure why but I just jumped back in now and doing it part time. I can’t wait to see where I’ll be in a year. Trying to pay off some debt and perhaps do it full time. Congrats to you on your success.

[@amandapluma]

You can do this to pay off the debt. That's what I did and it's set me up for success. Wishing the best for you. :)

[@geoffreyward4929]

How are you doing with your business now? I’m looking to start also.

[@anishajohnson2596]

Being a notary crossed my mind at one point but because I am really considering leaving my full time job I am definitely going into this line of work to replace driving for rideshare partime. If I am able to make 500-1k a week and not worry about as many miles my vehicles this would definitely be awesome. I have a business mind so working for myself is just my idea of being an entrepreneur.

[@Kzuk1115]

Confused. my course said to not explain the document. IF they don't know what they're signing, stop and tell them to get a lawyer to explain it. Seems like solid advice, as i wouldn't want to get sued for explaining something wrong.

[@PrettyBrown1913]

Same with mine!

[@angelgilreath]

Definitely DO NOT let these signing services lowball you! I love doing notary and hoping to make it a full-time gig very soon!!

[@woodfreewoman6845]

didn't believe that I will ever benefit in Crypto trading but thank God for bringing investor Barry Silbert to me, he has been a blessing and a father to me. I started investing with him after I lost my job. It pays to invest than to work trust me. My first investment of $1k with him gave me $9k. And when you refer more people you'll get a referral bonus too.

[@woodfreewoman6845]

*Barry* *silbert* *cryp,*

[@woodfreewoman6845]

Thàt's G-m-a-i-l 👆

[@angelgilreath]

@William Perri I did.

[@angelgilreath]

@William Perri I'm in Cali so I'm not sure how hard it is to get business in Philly, but here it's not hard. Sign up with as many signing services as possible, join Facebook groups and just get your name out there.

[@kellypickering3651]

I have had my signing agent certification for a year but have been so scared to do that first sign. I am even taking a refresher course. I know that I just need to do it.

[@yolandalopez6899]

I’m looking into starting this business and I came across your video and it is very helpful. Keep up the good work!

[@ariaxxvii]

as soon as you said you were a virgo, i knew i was watching the exact video i needed! thank you!! you inspired me to start my own journey this upcoming year and documenting it as well😇

[@amandapluma]

Get it girl!!! ♍️

[@jessicasanabria0908]

My daughter is a Virgo and she is a go-getter like you. Always working new ideas and sauce hustles. Wish you the best!

[@JaredVEsguerra]

Thank you for sharing your experiences! I’m looking into becoming a notary in Chicago to help supplement my work. I’m a freelance opera singer which takes me around the country (and hopefully around the globe soon) and it would be nice to have other income during dead periods or to continue to make extra income while I’m out of town. I don’t know why I didn’t start looking into this earlier in my career but this is so encouraging to hear!🎉

[@mrmrsg6258]

Hello, I'm really new to this and am conducting my research. This is by far one of the best videos I've come across as being honest, informative and just overall helpful to us newbies. Thanks a mil. I have subscribed believing that you'll be a wealth of information in my upcoming months. Looking forward to listening to more of your videos.

[@natebizzz]

I’m tryna become a Notary just so much free time I’d have then working this 9-5! Great video!

[@venturagear]

HI Amanda - Ive been doing the LSA gig while becoming a Realtor. I’ll be your agent! Great video!

[@woodfreewoman6845]

I think this can only be achieved with the help of a good invest,ment such as crypto because that's the only place I got more of it weekly. Please note I don't trade crypto myself I do invest with a professional crypto trader/broker investor Barry Silbert and profits are guaranteed weekly with referral bonus

[@woodfreewoman6845]

*Barry* *silbert* *cryp,*

[@woodfreewoman6845]

Thàt's G-m-a-i-l 👆

[@nywiechmann2739]

Loved everything you said! Thank you for keeping it real. Please keep us updated on your journey. ❤

[@christybreu4863]

Hi! I just took my test, waiting on the results should be in a few days I feel confident that I passed… I love the advice you provided above and I am going through all your videos now. I just started tattooing but wanted to also do notary as right now I do work online full time but there is no upward mobility and I wanted to be in control of increasing my income. I appreciate your videos!

[@l75es]

Any tips to approaching the test you can suggest to us newbies please?

[@antoniamartin8318]

How was the test?

[@MeLoSonn]

Awesome! You are doing your due diligence specking your vision to existences. One thing I do is speck about my goals and future desires. I personally record myself on my phone and listen to myself, it helps build confidence when I listen to yourself. I find ways to improve yourself just by listening to myself and I see my confidence build with each talk. What do I talk about? The things I believe and read about. Example I’ll talk about what “execution” means to me or how can I be the “energy/light” wherever I go and I visualize it when I talk about it in detail, giving me a stronger understanding of myself and my goals. I break each one down in detail. Great video!❤️

[@amandapluma]

wow I love this idea. I might have to try it!

[@syoungb5877]

New Texas Notary here! Your vid appeared within my algorithm and I'm so glad to have watched it. The tips are very helpful! New subscriber here.👌🏾

[@biancadoss11]

Texas here as well

[@jackieeg]

Also Ricoh can give you a lower rate, get more quotes and ask sales rep to match.

[@howellsyourfitness]

Thanks! I got my notary and loan closing agent certification earlier this year but haven't started because I didn't really know the process. Can you please help me with understanding better how to get direct work?

[@bestsimplejourney7124]

Can you show us how you explain documents. I believe that would be helpful to see another signing agents explanations. Thank you.

[@iriscalzada_Realtor]

Please do a video!! I’m having a hard time figuring out what these documents mean! Where can I research that?

[@arionnatopazz3304]

I’m moving alone to Texas alone soon. i currently work in a club but I need another hustle to make sure I can take care of myself this video was very helpful

[@amandapluma]

You can make great money doing this in Texas!

[@FunnyDogMoments]

Nobody does what you're doing on KZbin, so thank you :)

[@juanrombado8296]

this video was so good and informative. The others are un-edited and they spend too much time being yappy/goofy. Thank you for making this value-packed!

[@antoinettebrookins596]

I am new to notary singing & l really enjoyed your information. You have a great spirit and attitude. Wish you well.

[@charleslaster7821]

Thanks so much this is the best video yet, I’m looking into this full time, but everyone I’ve talk to until this video is talking about a side hustle

[@TonganzzohyayuzZ]

Super Informative!! Thank you so much, Amanda! I'm just starting out to become a commissioned member of the notary public here in NV, so I'm excited to start in a couple of months. You're a flipping genius!

[@divinasnider8136]

Thank you for taking this time to share! Tell me the best way how you approached direct leads ?

[@InkaSigningService]

Lady I start to following today with this video, being a PN for over 6 years and finally starting business as a NLSA … I have a good feeling about your Chanel, will help me a lot!

[@fosterlasheayfoster]

Can you do a video on starting your own business as a notary? What all people need to do

[@ShadowGin3]

How do you acquire clients? Did you post ads? Cold calling? Do you feel safe going to someone's house to complete the service?

[@bethtiberi3814]

Very good video and well-paced. Good to know about Ricoh leasing but including toner and repairs!

[@MFAyana]

Girrrrrl yess you got me just in the first couple minutes . I’m a Virgo too! I’m just about to start on my journey and I’m freaking out cause I want to be fully ready. BTW Thanks for the video! About to continue watching it now 😂

[@izzydubmusic]

Just became commissioned so I'm looking for these videos. Thanks for this.

[@jstith2181]

Wow!! Love your energy..thanks for sharing such valuable information for someone like me just researching the LSA side of the industry!! Best success to you fulfilling your dreams 💙

[@coachjimmyers878]

Thank you so much! This is exactly the kind of advice I've been looking for. After spending 17 years in the real estate industry as an agent and investor bird dog, I've decided this would be a perfect niche for me. I look forward to more valuable insight

[@jacquelinemondragon1095]

Notary is something I’m thinking about doing and I’m glad I found this video!

[@angelicasulls3820]

I absolutely appreciate your videos as a new signing agent. Wish I had you as direct contact for questions.

[@woodfreewoman6845]

didn't believe that I will ever benefit in Crypto trading but thank God for bringing investor Barry Silbert to me, he has been a blessing and a father to me. I started investing with him after I lost my job. It pays to invest than to work trust me. My first investment of $1k with him gave me $9k. And when you refer more people you'll get a referral bonus too.

[@woodfreewoman6845]

*Barry* *silbert* *cryp,*

[@woodfreewoman6845]

Thàt's G-m-a-i-l 👆

[@kailakatsaidthat9130]

Thank you for being so transparent

[@AvallachEmrys]

you're literally my favorite person to take advice from. thanks for all the info and help!

[@amandapluma]

I appreciate it 🫶🏽 You're welcome!

[@bobbiturner9977]

Video was good in the beginning and was informative but after while veered off from the signing help.

[@kimberlylopez3677]

i absolutely love your videos! one thing i always remember you saying is how you’d like to also have personal content , not just have it all be notary which i always look forward too as well, it really shows how this business gives your life balance!

[@marcusroto]

So much good info in a short time. Nicely done Amanda!

[@tziporah97]

What am amazing video! Thank you so much for being transparent and sharing with us! I would like to learn more about how to start a notary business, what steps you need to take: taxes, type of business, setting up a separate phone number etc.

[@cammym9777]

Thank you, for all the great info. Plus I LOVE LOVE the orange sofa!

[@amandapluma]

of course! thank you, it's a nice pop of color :)

[@tziporah97]

I would like to see a video on your passive income streams if that interests you. I appreciate the information on living an intentional lifestyle and focusing on experiences versus possessions.

[@alexgrissom7251]

Well great to see you back with much energy 🙂

[@kendallcalvert2423]

Thank you for your generosity in sharing your experiences

[@carisanewsom9660]

So glad to hear his course is reputable! I'm about to sign up!

[@twistedtejano]

Learning A sec language will make you more valuable as a signing agent.

[@noblenotarylegaldocumentpr8229]

Good Stuff. Always... keep a back up printer, stamp, ...even vehicle. I love my Ricoh Rental.

[@RachelLovelace]

Best perspective video on the subject so far. Thank you!

[@peterwilks1673]

This is a most enjoyable video. Very helpful. Thanks Amanda!

[@amandapluma]

Glad it was helpful!

[@alan99yu]

Hi, I am doing online notary studying right now and All the Fines I study about is scaring me a little. I paid for the class and don't want to quit.

[@dshoec]

Thank you for being transparent and helpful.

[@troyhudson7636]

Hiii Amanda! This vid really put things in perspective☺️! Can you make a vid on how you keep finically organized for example “ I get paid every 30days so I pay my rent/bills on this day” or the example you have how you pay yourself 2 thousand a month??…

[@amandapluma]

this is a great idea!

[@emyah8881]

I would love to know this

[@terrimcbride3379]

Thanks, Amanda. I'm just starting out and your tips sounded like invaluable wisdom I needed to hear. Especially the goal-setting. Thanks again.😁

[@snelson8714]

Thank you Amanda. This is very helpful. I am just starting out and need to step off and do my first signing. I hadn't thought about renting a printer, so I will be looking into that. I am wondering what are your thoughts on going to a copy center to print out signing documents for the first month or so?

[@alexandregrissom2868]

Definitely going to schedule a call with you. I start working Nov 1st. Thank helping others :)

[@rebecaruiz8462]

How’s it going friend ?

[@linethmejia1703]

Thank you for telling us about the printer.

[@amandapluma]

No problem, I wish I knew sooner :)

[@angrybubbles3337]

This was the video was what I needed. You’re the best💙

[@amandapluma]

Glad I could help! :)

[@Deebiz2525]

You are me in the future. same mind set and goals. Thank you so much for the video its very helpful.

[@amandafelts87]

Thank you so much for this video. I’m trying to figure out a way for me to earn a living and be able to leave my 15 year marriage with my 3 girls. I’ve been a stay at home mom for years and will be starting over. Do you need to be certified to be in this field? What online courses would you recommend?

[@chechebabe]

Love this video so much! So helpful for this FL newbie agent. Thank you for sharing!

[@JoAnnWren]

Omg, I just googled how to do loan signing for Cali but living in Mexico City. Girl! Please let me know if this is feasible coz I'd definitely do the same lol. Thank you for sharing ur story, I'm just starting my research to becoming a loan signing agent so thank you for all the tips!!

[@robertabertelli9196]

Love your videos ! I’m newbie and glad I found your channel

[@amandapluma]

Glad you like them! :)

[@kemi28meek]

Thank you for all the information, it was helpful.

[@ashleytucker9472]

Very helpful video! Thank you for sharing.

[@SabrinaGarland]

Thank you for your time and honesty in this video!! Thank you!!

[@amandapluma]

of course :)

[@michelly1313]

What an excellent video!! Thank you so much🙏

[@SpiffyFambam]

Very helpful information! I am new to the notary business so this is very encouraging.

[@moumou7511]

Hello.. how to get direct clients ? Thank you 😊

[@gabriella_123x]

Thank you so much for the advice and for sharing your dreams ! I appreciate it :)

[@orlandoflorida4108]

I started to think of doing this . Very helpful video

[@litzycanaless5694]

u said virgo and i felt so safe in ur hands bc only we know how much we overthink everything 😭

[@spin4sol]

Thank you for making this video 💗 you have a lot of great info !

[@pwells082]

1st time viewer...I really enjoyed your videos...you are very informative...thank you for the tips...I just subscribed 😀

[@amandapluma]

thanks love!

[@Ride980]

I just passed the exam. I can't wait to get started

[@kee7678]

how was it? where did you learn it?

[@nicholasquinn7893]

Yo great video! I'm looking into it myself!

[@bernadettecamacho8451]

First, congrats on your success! How do u market your business with direct escrow? I’m starting out & like u don’t want to be glued to my phone. Thanks

[@user-kt4fc2yi3n]

Hey Amanda, I think there’s a struggle for a lot of newer notaries and lsa’s in receiving confirmed assignments, what would you suggest to someone who’s receiving notifications but not actually getting the assignment?

[@brandonj.9638]

Hello, I came across your channel and love it and have been binging all your videos. I see that you're no longer a Loan signing agent, but I wasn't sure if you could answer a quick question for me. I want to become a loan signing agent and like you, am planning on taking Mark's loan signing program, as it seems the most comprehensive from my research. Please correct me if you now disagree after all these years. However, you stated at 3:06 that on your first signing, there were documents that you weren't familiar with due to it being a different lender. What are additional documents(aside from Mark's) that I can look over to make sure I am familiar with those that you encountered on your first signing? Thank you. Keep following your dream. :)

[@judycee7376]

Great info Amanda! I have a question about taxes. You briefly mentioned you are waiting a year before you seriously consider buying a home. Hi Amanda I and Judy and I would love see some more videos from you. Since you are a women building her own wealth. Your insight would be appreicated in areas of wealth/ financial literacy /benefits of paying yourself/ ways you discovered you can benefit from taxes/taxes planning and budgeting (for home etc.) the smart way :) Even the way other women can learn to grow to scale in their freelance work in notary and/or taxes, etc. and life!

[@kdmil2002]

I am watching your video because I am looking for new opportunities to make money once I retire. I am currently a Mortgage Underwriter and I wanted to comment about something you said. You said that you only show a $2,000 wage on your schedule C. If you are planning on buying a house, you may need to up the amount of money that you pay yourself. When you qualify for a mortgage, you will only be able to use what you declare as your income and not the full amount of your monthly income to qualify. So, if you think you can qualify on $2,000 per month, then you would be okay, However, that is typically a very low income for buying a home. Most mortgage companies will require two years of schedule C if you have been in business less than five years. Those years are averaged together so you have to factor that in if you have a current year of 2K and you need more. You would need the increased income for two years before you could use it on a mortgage for the full amount.

[@maylicamiller4927]

I Just signed up about a month ago, I am waiting for my stamp and seal to come in, waiting for my commission letter to come in from state, I am excited but nervous because I am eager to see how it will start off, I have registered with the website, and I am waiting to get leads.

[@melodazzze]

Just found you, and love this video. Great info. Subscribing!

[@woodfreewoman6845]

didn't believe that I will ever benefit in Crypto trading but thank God for bringing investor Barry Silbert to me, he has been a blessing and a father to me. I started investing with him after I lost my job. It pays to invest than to work trust me. My first investment of $1k with him gave me $9k. And when you refer more people you'll get a referral bonus too.

[@woodfreewoman6845]

*Barry* *silbert* *cryp,*

[@woodfreewoman6845]

Thàt's G-m-a-i-l 👆

[@Shatina76]

Thanks for the info. I’ve been thinking about doing this 👍🏾

[@skyyy_dancer]

If you pay yourself 2k a month and keep roughly 3k in the business, what doing you do with all that? Will you give yourself a bonus later, or are you reinvesting all of it in business expenses?

[@Ann-lv5dg]

She’s said she wants to buy a house

[@Crafting_mom4139]

Also a lot of your expenses are business expenses, part of your rent or mortgage, utilities, her car could be written off and the list can go on, so she doesn’t need a huge salary because even though the majority is going into her business.. she is building and growing

[@Ann-lv5dg]

@@Crafting_mom4139 Someone told me that if you don’t pay much taxes then you won’t get much when you’re a senior When retirement comes

[@lboogie6074]

@@Ann-lv5dg if you're referring to Social Security, that's right. But you should get into other investments. I'm 72, retired, SS maybe bankrupt by the time you retire, get with someone you can trust to help build a portfolio of different streams. Read "Rich Dad, Poor Dad, Robert Kyowosoki(sp). He has several good books. Hope this helps you get started!

[@ashsmith1364]

I look forward to doing this ❤️

[@teespoonKCLA]

I passed my exam in June here in LA. I have everything and can start signing, but I have not since I started a new job in my career, which is Human Resources. I want to start signing docs now, but also want to take the loan signing exam. What studying materials did you use for Loan Signing exam? CA Notary Primer and notary exam workbook?

[@amandapluma]

Congrats on that! I studied by taking the Loan Signing System course. I have the link for that in the description :) loansigningsystem.com/?afmc=2wb It's important that you're aware of all the loan types and how to sign them. I spent about a month studying.

[@helloshante8573]

@tee singh Congrats!! is it worth it? I'm in La but moving to NY and want to make this a source of income but im skeptical. 😭😭

[@gettingfancywithann4683]

Actually, you can take your online-courses and exam with the National Notary Association

[@Nunya-biz-ness]

Is there a cheat sheet to document meanings we can refer to? Thanks for your videos!!

[@amandapluma]

hi, the sheet is in the mark wills course.

[@elijahgoodman7820]

What is the best way to get direct business? I'm literally just waiting on my printer to come so I can start!

[@krisgolliday6516]

SO HOW DO YOU FIND DIRECT CLIENTS?

[@clawJAMMER0317]

I was a signing agent full time 2020-22 then moved on once the refi rush died down. I'm just getting back into it again since July, life happens, and the volume of signing service notifications is bleak compared to what I was accustomed to 2 yrs ago in.my area, and the fees are 2/3 what they used to be. Supply & demand, there's alot more signing agents twiddling their thumbs now so the signing services aren't having to pay as much right now and there are fewer real estate transactions so what once paid $90-$100 their offering $70-$80 and getting them covered. I always counter offer a higher rate $20+ but I'm getting g alot of strikeouts. I haven't attempted to line up any direct business because I feel I'd have to be 'on call' constantly not knowing if & when whereas with signing services if I wanna take a 3 day weekend & go up north I just don't answer my phone or respond to any notifications. Pros & con's with both options imo.

[@amandapluma]

You’re so right. I’m in the exact same position. Where are you located?

[@clawJAMMER0317]

​@amandapluma Mid-Michigan. I received a refi notification earlier today for $75 that used to pay $100-$110. And a HELOC for $60 that used to pay me $85-$95. I countered for $80, didn't get it. I refuse to print docs, use toner, gas, wear on my SUV, and my time 30ish miles each way , come home to scan in the docs then backtrack to FedEx again to drop them and make peanuts. I'm not doing this to break even or lose money just in the hopes a signing service makes me their 'preferred' signing agent whenever they have a signing in my area, like once a week right now🥱🙄. I'm definitely gonna have to find another side hustle because there just isn't enough volume to do this full time right now. I've done over 300 closings and it's pretty slim pickens right now doing onesee's and twosee's here and there when I used to do 2-4 a day. Now I'm beginning to wonder WtF am I doing and why am I doing it if there's no money in it anymore.

[@jaimealcazar8849]

Hi Amanda! My wife is looking in to getting started with this career . Is this something you still now recommend ? Any pointers on how she should get started or where to take classes?