How to Succeed as a Mobile Notary

Working as a mobile notary can be very rewarding, as you get to meet new people and help them finalize documents by notarizing their signatures. However, there has been a surge of new mobile notaries in the last few years. So, anybody who wants to make it in this industry needs to step up their game. 

In this article, we’ll show you how to set up a good foundation for your mobile notary business and give you a few tips on how to take things to the next level.

Complete Your Training and Certifications

The first thing you need to do is complete a notary training course. That way, you’ll gain technical knowledge and learn about your state’s notary laws.

Each state has unique requirements for becoming a mobile notary. You’ll need to be at least 18 years of age, have legal residency in that state, and have no prior felony convictions. In addition, you need to go through education and training, and some places require you to pass specific exams verifying your knowledge.

Keep a Professional Appearance

When you become a mobile notary, you don’t have a fixed working schedule. However, you need to be prepared for urgent notarizations at all times. That’s why you should always go for a business casual look, no matter if you are running a few errands or going to the gym. You never know when your next client will call, and you need to be ready. 

Always be professional during signings, and give your business card to the client after completing notarization. That way, they are more likely to call you next time they need a mobile notary.

Network With Other Mobile Notaries in Your Area

You may look at the mobile notaries in your area as competition, but they can be your partners. Networking with mobile notaries and making friends in the industry can result in more clients. When you leave a good impression, people are more likely to refer clients to you if they don’t have any available spots. That way, you can get work just by maintaining good relationships with mobile notaries in your area.

Keep in mind that this is a two-way street, so you’d need to send clients their way as well.

Invest in Online Marketing

Online marketing is the best way to get more customers without investing too much money. You need to create a professional website, enlist in online mobile notary directories, create and maintain social media profiles, and even pay for ads if it brings you the results.

Building a blog on your website can go a long way, as quality blog posts will help you improve your rating with Google. That way, when people search for terms about mobile notaries, your website will be at the top of the results. Read our blog post to discover the best ways to do that.

Don’t Be Afraid to Ask for Referrals

Your clients are not likely to refer you to other people even when you do a great job. The most common reason is that they simply don’t remember to do so.

You can motivate them by asking your clients to recommend you to other people if they think you did a good job and give them a few extra business cards. That little step can make you many new clients in the long run.

In addition, you can put in a little incentive to make it more interesting for them. For instance, you can give them a 20% discount on the next notarization for each client they refer.

Work With a Successful Mobile Notary Agency

The best way to get more clients quickly without any advertising is to join a mobile notary agency. Integrity Signers is one of the best choices, as we are trustworthy, easy to work with, and we care about our clients. If this aligns with your values, feel free to contact us and join our mobile notary network.

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