Having a power source separate from your vehicle's with a power inverter can be a great way to bring a printer along with you on signings. I'll be having one set up in the back of my Trailblazer.
I use that sorter as well but I just print both sets at once, so two sets of legal and then go back to letter and do both and just use the sorter as a guide to quickly assemble each package
@@amandapluma Hi Amanda! I've sent several emails regarding getting some mentorship training from you and waiting to hear back. Is there a better email to reach you than the one on here? Just let me know, Thank you!
Hi Amanda! Love your videos, your personality is so relatable. I’m sure your schedule is jam packed but still excited to see some more videos from you 🤗
Is there a notary community in LA you recommend? I just started my 6 hr classes for commissioning and I am more of a hands on / visual learner and I am a little worried about my first signing. I think the major thing I am worried about is knowing what each document means in order to build the confidence to let the signers know what they are signing.. how long do you take to prepare for each signing? Since I do have a full time job, I am hoping to do signings Fridays after noon and on the weekends. I hope this will work out, I am not sure how many direct signings do signings on the weekends. This video was super helpful and I appreciate you sharing this!!
I'm glad they're encouraging others! Thank you :) The printer I bought comes with one. Out of close to 40 signings, I've only had 2 scan backs. If you're going through a signing service, you can decide not to take signings with scan backs.
@@amandapluma I go to the doc as if I'm about to print and I go through all the pages to see which is letter and which is legal and write them down 😒 Their mostly concise but still SO tedious ugh. But it gets the job done. Can't wait till I make the money back from signings to get TWO dual tray printers! Let's gooooooooo
@@missculinary wow that is crazy. Sometimes I do that if it’s a small packet and I know it only has 1 or so legal papers. That’s insane girl! Use notary rotary until you get your new printer! :)
Hi I have been watching your videos for a couple months now. I seen one video in particular where you discussed leasing a printer. I can’t remember which video it was. Would you be so kind to tell me where to get that?
That’s correct for general notary work. For loan signing agents, we are required to pick up (if you’re near the title/escrow office) or scan and ship out the documents to title once the closing appointment is complete. Some lenders require scans as a back up just in case the original documents get lost in the mail. There’s a major difference in expectations between a general notary and loan signing agents.
How do you separate your letter and legal? Do you need some kind of app or do you just go through your document and do it one section at a time? I have a letter/laser printer and have not purchased a dual tray yet. Wonder if I can just do what you're doing for a bit, until I can afford a dual tray.
With a signing service it's net 30 days. Never consolidated bc of accounting reasons they pay for each individual signing. For direct signings with an escrow officer I could get the check the same day or within a week.
Hey Amanda....I just watched your video on how much you made your first month. How many hours a week are you spending on your biz to make 3K per month? Thank you for all the info you share.
what is the process of printing with a single tray printer? I've been curious. I too have a single tray printer and I'm worried about printing documents with regular and legal sized paper.
at 5:00 I walk you through my process :) I have to switch the paper after sorting it on notary rotary, then I have to put the letter and legal back in order
@@amandapluma Oh okay!! Thank you that helps, I watched that part earlier and I guess I missed the part where you sorted it on notary rotary! Thank you again :)
It splits up the documents into letter and legal size. Then it tells you how many stacks of letter/legal there are in order to stack them back correctly.
Hello, you don't need to pay for shipping. Escrow gives you a free shipping label. When you get to fed ex or ups they give you a free box because it's included in priority shipping.
@@amandapluma Have you used or considered using Kinko's or Office Depot to print docs on the way to the appointment? Wondering if it would be cheaper in long run because you have more time for signings instead spending time printing, sorting, etc. Thanks ahead!
I am Amanda! When it comes to your shipping supplies, Do you grab a stack of what you need from FedEx or do you order them? Please shed some light on this subject!
@@kingdomnsa7480 lol hello! I've been buying my stuff in bulk lately. Costco has a good deal, 10 reams of letter paper for $29. I get my legal paper from amazon. For my toner, I'm trying to find the right 3rd party toner to trust. I've also been lucky to find amazing deals on my toner on Facebook marketplace. For now, I can deal with picking up my supplies. As long as I'm aware of my supply levels, I won't run into problems.
I didn’t see that you were asking specifically for shipping supplies lol Whenever I go to ship a packet fedex has everything I need there. I come in with the fed ex slip and they give me a legal size box for documents. There’s no need for other shipping supplies.
In her first video she explained shes FT self employed :) the first video is inspiring b/c she grew pretty quickly but struggled to get started. I think many notaries struggle but it seems like they never go into detail about how the notary training content doesnt click in their mind the first time they go through notary training.
The printer you suggest lists for $859 at Amazon via Brother, although someone below reports paying only $400; Why is a laser printer necessary? And why not print at a copy shop near you or on your way to a signing? Thanks for your videos.
Sadly, the price has gone up bc of the demand. It used to cost around $400. The laser is faster than a regular ink printer. Efficiency is important in this business. Confidentiality is also just as important, so it's important to not print the signer's confidential loan docs in a public space where anyone can see what you printed. Thank you for watching! :)
Hi Greetings from San Diego! Love your videos. They seriously help me feel a little less nervous about my first signing! 😊
You got this! Thank you for watching :)
Having a power source separate from your vehicle's with a power inverter can be a great way to bring a printer along with you on signings. I'll be having one set up in the back of my Trailblazer.
I really enjoy the content you put out there. I'm thinking about getting my commission and enjoy what you share.
I use that sorter as well but I just print both sets at once, so two sets of legal and then go back to letter and do both and just use the sorter as a guide to quickly assemble each package
I started doing this too! Sometimes it can get hectic when I have multiple packets at once.
So this is my fourth video of yours... in a row, I'm watching 👀 ! Great information!! Def new sub here and now on to video #5!!! 😇😇🤓🤓
ah, no way! Thank you so much for watching! I truly appreciate your support. I'm uploading another one as we speak. :)
@@amandapluma Hi Amanda! I've sent several emails regarding getting some mentorship training from you and waiting to hear back. Is there a better email to reach you than the one on here? Just let me know, Thank you!
Hi Amanda! Love your videos, your personality is so relatable. I’m sure your schedule is jam packed but still excited to see some more videos from you 🤗
Is there a notary community in LA you recommend? I just started my 6 hr classes for commissioning and I am more of a hands on / visual learner and I am a little worried about my first signing. I think the major thing I am worried about is knowing what each document means in order to build the confidence to let the signers know what they are signing.. how long do you take to prepare for each signing? Since I do have a full time job, I am hoping to do signings Fridays after noon and on the weekends. I hope this will work out, I am not sure how many direct signings do signings on the weekends. This video was super helpful and I appreciate you sharing this!!
The notary class here in ohio is 3 hours. Do you do the entire class in California in one day?
Thanknyiy for sharing
Your awesome thank you for this video. You have done the most for us!
Thanks for sharing with us!
thank you for watching!! :)
Use adobe scan for receipts. Works great.
Your videos have been super encouraging, keep up the good work! Question... did you buy a scanner? Have you had to do very many scan-backs?
I'm glad they're encouraging others! Thank you :)
The printer I bought comes with one. Out of close to 40 signings, I've only had 2 scan backs. If you're going through a signing service, you can decide not to take signings with scan backs.
New sub 😊 Thnx for sharing your journey. Best of luck to you!
@@amandapluma Thx for the response because I assumed that everyone asked for scanbacks.
Good info! Thanks 😊
Thanks for watching 😉
I do the same! I have the same printer but I had no idea notary rotary had that I just use Adobe to separate. Nice vid!
no way haha I'm glad I'm not alone :)
how do you separate on adobe?
thank you for watching 😇
@@amandapluma I go to the doc as if I'm about to print and I go through all the pages to see which is letter and which is legal and write them down 😒 Their mostly concise but still SO tedious ugh. But it gets the job done. Can't wait till I make the money back from signings to get TWO dual tray printers! Let's gooooooooo
@@missculinary wow that is crazy. Sometimes I do that if it’s a small packet and I know it only has 1 or so legal papers. That’s insane girl! Use notary rotary until you get your new printer! :)
Thanks for sharing
Can you do a video on how you deal with taxes? do you get a 1099 for every signing ?
How many reams of paper legal/letter would you say you go through per month? Love these!
More videos like this, you dropped great tips throughout the video that helped 🤗
Will do! I’m glad the video was of help 😊
Such great information, thank you for sharing!!! It is a bit overwhelming and prompts more questions!!! Any interest in mentoring?
🔥🔥I ordered my Brother printer from Amazon and got it in 8 days. Although it was listed for $600.00+, I paid lest than $400.00 at check out.
What model # and seller; thank you!!!!!
Adobe has a scanning app thats really useful
oooh nice! I'm going to look this up. Thanks for the tip. :)
Hi I have been watching your videos for a couple months now. I seen one video in particular where you discussed leasing a printer. I can’t remember which video it was. Would you be so kind to tell me where to get that?
I couldn't fully understand how long it usually takes to get paid
BINGE WATCHING UR VIDEOS RN HEHE
thank you🥰
will you make a video about "How to print with a single tray printer"?
I'll definitely plan for this one. I think I went over how I do this in my other day in the life.
Hi Amanda I love your videos
Quick question
Wy do you have to ship documents or pick them up ?
I thought notary's only verify signatures
That’s correct for general notary work. For loan signing agents, we are required to pick up (if you’re near the title/escrow office) or scan and ship out the documents to title once the closing appointment is complete. Some lenders require scans as a back up just in case the original documents get lost in the mail. There’s a major difference in expectations between a general notary and loan signing agents.
At 17:55 you stated that you need a copy of their id. Do you collect the id and return it to the signing company?
you can upload a picture of the ID to the signing services website, email it, or have the signer photo copy it.
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How do you separate your letter and legal? Do you need some kind of app or do you just go through your document and do it one section at a time? I have a letter/laser printer and have not purchased a dual tray yet. Wonder if I can just do what you're doing for a bit, until I can afford a dual tray.
do Saturday offer signing too?
When you say you get paid x amount for a signing, do you get that in the same day or is it consolidated with your other signings may I ask?
With a signing service it's net 30 days. Never consolidated bc of accounting reasons they pay for each individual signing.
For direct signings with an escrow officer I could get the check the same day or within a week.
Hey Amanda....I just watched your video on how much you made your first month. How many hours a week are you spending on your biz to make 3K per month? Thank you for all the info you share.
Can you just print all documents in legal size to save time sorting?
I have the brothers dual tray printer, i can’t get it to recognize between legal and letter! I followed instructions. Frustrating.
You have to go into printer settings and mark which is which
@@linkingwithnaz1295 I did, watched Brothers video also.
@@anaorso3431 when you're printing you have to check settings to choose actual size
Use the software called Paperport and connect your printer to it. After that you should be able to scan and print large documents
hey this video was 3 years ago so i’m curious how business is now in la ?
slow but picking up
what is the process of printing with a single tray printer? I've been curious. I too have a single tray printer and I'm worried about printing documents with regular and legal sized paper.
at 5:00 I walk you through my process :)
I have to switch the paper after sorting it on notary rotary, then I have to put the letter and legal back in order
@@amandapluma Oh okay!! Thank you that helps, I watched that part earlier and I guess I missed the part where you sorted it on notary rotary! Thank you again :)
What does notary rotary do? Thank you for the video
It splits up the documents into letter and legal size. Then it tells you how many stacks of letter/legal there are in order to stack them back correctly.
@@amandapluma Thanks, aas getting ready to ask you the same question.
How do you create your invoice layout?
I use a template on google sheets
Do you recommend setting aside a budget for the shipping fees ?
Hello, you don't need to pay for shipping. Escrow gives you a free shipping label. When you get to fed ex or ups they give you a free box because it's included in priority shipping.
@@amandapluma Have you used or considered using Kinko's or Office Depot to print docs on the way to the appointment? Wondering if it would be cheaper in long run because you have more time for signings instead spending time printing, sorting, etc. Thanks ahead!
I am Amanda!
When it comes to your shipping supplies, Do you grab a stack of what you need from FedEx or do you order them? Please shed some light on this subject!
LWOL I meant hi Amanda!
@@kingdomnsa7480 lol hello! I've been buying my stuff in bulk lately. Costco has a good deal, 10 reams of letter paper for $29. I get my legal paper from amazon. For my toner, I'm trying to find the right 3rd party toner to trust. I've also been lucky to find amazing deals on my toner on Facebook marketplace.
For now, I can deal with picking up my supplies. As long as I'm aware of my supply levels, I won't run into problems.
I didn’t see that you were asking specifically for shipping supplies lol
Whenever I go to ship a packet fedex has everything I need there. I come in with the fed ex slip and they give me a legal size box for documents. There’s no need for other shipping supplies.
@@amandapluma Thanks 🙏
Does the signing company supply you with a Fed ex mailing labels?
yes always
What soup was that? Looks delicious, was it lentils?
yes lentil! lol I'm glad it looked good on camera
I got it from trader joes :)
What is the printer everyone is getting? I have been looking at HP M479 because I still need color. Any suggestions?
it's the Brother HL-L5200DWT this one doesn't print color and it's currently sold out
@@amandapluma thank you.
Brother MFC - L5850DW
Are you a part time notary agent or is this your full time gig?
In her first video she explained shes FT self employed :)
the first video is inspiring b/c she grew pretty quickly but struggled to get started. I think many notaries struggle but it seems like they never go into detail about how the notary training content doesnt click in their mind the first time they go through notary training.
Hello...in order to get business are you using your SS# or EIN?
Be self employed and use your ssn. File sch C with your taxes and all notary fees are exempt from tax
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How many signing services are you with?
I believe 5. However I only use about 3 of them. The other ones low ball me.
How did you get in touch with escrow?
Hi, I made a video on that, def check it out :)
The printer you suggest lists for $859 at Amazon via Brother, although someone below reports paying only $400; Why is a laser printer necessary? And why not print at a copy shop near you or on your way to a signing? Thanks for your videos.
Sadly, the price has gone up bc of the demand. It used to cost around $400. The laser is faster than a regular ink printer. Efficiency is important in this business. Confidentiality is also just as important, so it's important to not print the signer's confidential loan docs in a public space where anyone can see what you printed. Thank you for watching! :)
Any printer will do, you’ll just have to be patient and be aware of time if you have appointments
Do you have a IG we can follow?
What is the best printer?