# Beginner's Questions **URL:** https://forum.notarycafe.com/c/beginners-questions/19.md?page=2 [Latest](https://forum.notarycafe.com/latest.md) · [Categories](https://forum.notarycafe.com/categories.md) **Page:** 3 --- ## [New Texas RON / Signing Agent Seeking Guidance & Experience](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/new-texas-ron-signing-agent-seeking-guidance-experience/55535)
**Author:** [@Judah](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Judah)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [March 8, 2026, 5:18am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/new-texas-ron-signing-agent-seeking-guidance-experience/55535 "2026-03-08T05:18:05Z")
New Texas RON / Signing Agent Seeking Guidance & Experience Hello everyone, I’m a fairly new signing agent and Remote Online Notary based in Aubrey, Texas, and I’m hoping to get some advice from those of you who have b… --- ## [Advice to new Notaries](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/advice-to-new-notaries/55466)
**Author:** [@max.feldman.notary](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/max.feldman.notary)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [March 5, 2026, 8:24pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/advice-to-new-notaries/55466 "2026-03-05T20:24:12Z")
I’m about 6 months in and last night I finished my 150th signing. By all stretches I’m still a novice but wanted to just share some things I’ve learned, both good and bad. I just wanted to share some things and resource… --- ## [Reverse Mortgage application](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/reverse-mortgage-application/12154)
**Author:** [@jrocksmobilenotary](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/jrocksmobilenotary)\ **Replies:** 24\ **Last updated:** [February 24, 2026, 5:37pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/reverse-mortgage-application/12154 "2026-02-24T17:37:15Z")
What documents are usually in a reverse mortgage application? I have never done one and am considering it because it seems to pay quiet a bit more on those… Judith --- ## [Which NSA certification is best?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/which-nsa-certification-is-best/54557)
**Author:** [@enotary.305](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/enotary.305)\ **Replies:** 33\ **Last updated:** [February 23, 2026, 3:17pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/which-nsa-certification-is-best/54557 "2026-02-23T15:17:04Z")
Greetings, All - I am in the process of obtaining my NSA certification. I have noticed the varying price ranges for the same certification. I know that a new business entails having business expenses, including certific… --- ## [Laser Printer for part time NSA](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/laser-printer-for-part-time-nsa/55078)
**Author:** [@ccasey1973](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/ccasey1973)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 22, 2026, 6:26am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/laser-printer-for-part-time-nsa/55078 "2026-02-22T06:26:18Z")
What is a good laser printer for a part-time NSA? Preferably 2 trays --- ## [My account is showing 84% complete and I don't know why](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/my-account-is-showing-84-complete-and-i-dont-know-why/55351)
**Author:** [@Hyacoenterprise](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Hyacoenterprise)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [February 19, 2026, 5:31pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/my-account-is-showing-84-complete-and-i-dont-know-why/55351 "2026-02-19T17:31:20Z")
I paid for the full year, but my account is showing 84% complete. I sent a message and left a message for customer service and waiting for a response. I checked all the onboarding and don’t see that I’ve missed anything.… --- ## [Pricing estimates](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/pricing-estimates/55169)
**Author:** [@cheryl\_1\_angel](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cheryl_1_angel)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [February 12, 2026, 12:18am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/pricing-estimates/55169 "2026-02-12T00:18:33Z")
I am a new CNSA and would like to know what a fair fee for these transactions would be fair. HELOC PURCHASE COMMERCIAL CONSTRUCTION REVERSE MORTGAGE Thank you for any input. --- ## [Prevalence of Signings on Particular Days of the Week?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/prevalence-of-signings-on-particular-days-of-the-week/55160)
**Author:** [@nickgren1012](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/nickgren1012)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [February 5, 2026, 6:20am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/prevalence-of-signings-on-particular-days-of-the-week/55160 "2026-02-05T06:20:47Z")
Question for Experienced Loan Signing Agents: Busy Days of the Week? Hi everyone, my name’s Nicholas Grenier and I’m an LSA in the Chattanooga, TN area. I worked in personal injury law firms/title companies for about fo… --- ## [Question About Snapdocs “Proof of Training” Requirement – Clarification Needed](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/question-about-snapdocs-proof-of-training-requirement-clarification-needed/55119)
**Author:** [@Judah](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Judah)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [January 23, 2026, 1:51am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/question-about-snapdocs-proof-of-training-requirement-clarification-needed/55119 "2026-01-23T01:51:28Z")
Hi everyone, I’m hoping someone here can help clarify something, because I’m genuinely confused about Snapdocs’ “Proof of Training” requirement. I’ve already completed: Loan Signing Agent training through the NNA … --- ## [Delay in Shipping Headache - Question](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/delay-in-shipping-headache-question/54856)
**Author:** [@RickOShay](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/RickOShay)\ **Replies:** 26\ **Last updated:** [January 17, 2026, 5:58am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/delay-in-shipping-headache-question/54856 "2026-01-17T05:58:03Z")
Hi, I got a sellers packet that was scheduled to be signed yesterday at 9AM. I was ready to go, met with the signer and the appointment went very smooth. The notes from the signing service were that no scan backs were r… --- ## [Additional fees](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/additional-fees/54870)
**Author:** [@TIME2SIGNSTACYNOTARY](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/TIME2SIGNSTACYNOTARY)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 12:42pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/additional-fees/54870 "2026-01-13T12:42:15Z")
Hello everyone, I did a signing, I accepted the fee they offered me, and on snap docs once the signing is complete you enter your additional fees like the notarizations and fuel. I just looked at the final payment and … --- ## [WoW! The Entrepreneur Equation: Evaluating the Realities, Risks, and Rewards of Having Your Own Business](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/wow-the-entrepreneur-equation-evaluating-the-realities-risks-and-rewards-of-having-your-own-business/50692)
**Author:** [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Replies:** 93\ **Last updated:** [January 13, 2026, 12:25am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/wow-the-entrepreneur-equation-evaluating-the-realities-risks-and-rewards-of-having-your-own-business/50692 "2026-01-13T00:25:07Z")
To All Notary Cafe Members & especially those considering launching a business within this sector (or those recently having done so . . .). I often express to DIVERSIFY services provided as it will “smooth out” the pea… --- ## [Job Board?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/job-board/55017)
**Author:** [@ccasey1973](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/ccasey1973)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2026, 8:34pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/job-board/55017 "2026-01-12T20:34:53Z")
Is there a job board in the cafe, or do companies contact me directly? --- ## [🎉 THE UNADULTERATED TRUTH about this Business Sector (with NO Showboating, Grandstanding, or Hot-Dogging)](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/the-unadulterated-truth-about-this-business-sector-with-no-showboating-grandstanding-or-hot-dogging/50547)
**Author:** [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Replies:** 99\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2026, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/the-unadulterated-truth-about-this-business-sector-with-no-showboating-grandstanding-or-hot-dogging/50547 "2026-01-12T19:41:33Z")
NOTE: This thread is especially for those who are new to this Business Sector. In particular, those who are performing due diligence & Researching prior to launching a business & investing your hard-earned funds. It’s… --- ## [🤔 Be A Successful Business Owner - Develop Critical Thinking Skills](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/be-a-successful-business-owner-develop-critical-thinking-skills/53185)
**Author:** [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Replies:** 31\ **Last updated:** [January 12, 2026, 7:41pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/be-a-successful-business-owner-develop-critical-thinking-skills/53185 "2026-01-12T19:41:20Z")
TO NOTARY CAFE MEMBERS WHO ARE NEW TO THIS BUSINESS SECTOR: If your goal is to develop into a successful business owner, then you owe it to yourself to Review the following insightful & helpful information. Remember th… --- ## [RON "circular" digital stamp/certificate?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/ron-circular-digital-stamp-certificate/54374)
**Author:** [@enotary.305](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/enotary.305)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2026, 11:50pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/ron-circular-digital-stamp-certificate/54374 "2026-01-05T23:50:07Z")
Greetings, All - I have a quick question. I recently received a request to sign a document via DocuSign, and they specifically requested my digital stamp to be circular. While I know circular stamps are typically used f… --- ## [When to Create a Jurat](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/when-to-create-a-jurat/51038)
**Author:** [@Rivera.Andrew.TheNotaryPublic](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Rivera.Andrew.TheNotaryPublic)\ **Replies:** 10\ **Last updated:** [January 5, 2026, 5:52am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/when-to-create-a-jurat/51038 "2026-01-05T05:52:52Z")
Hello All, I have a question regarding jurats. I just administered an oath of office for a new notary. I myself have been commissioned for about 2 years, however, I am not a very “active” notary. Regarding jurats, shoul… --- ## [Help-Should I keep this,signing?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/help-should-i-keep-this-signing/54883)
**Author:** [@joanbys](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/joanbys)\ **Replies:** 15\ **Last updated:** [December 31, 2025, 1:40am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/help-should-i-keep-this-signing/54883 "2025-12-31T01:40:31Z")
I got a signing for tomorrow (day after Christmas). First packet I reviewed had ALL docs in the wrong name. New docs get uploaded, but not a complete packet. I would need to mix new docs with docs in first packet to make… --- ## [Feast of Famine Signings?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/feast-of-famine-signings/53944)
**Author:** [@RickOShay](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/RickOShay)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2025, 6:12am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/feast-of-famine-signings/53944 "2025-12-29T06:12:04Z")
Hi, I have been doing signings for about a year now. What I find so strange is the inconsistency of work. For example, the last 2 weeks have been dead. Barley anything comes through and when it is, it’s for locations th… --- ## [I am seeing increase in unfamiliar signing services](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/i-am-seeing-increase-in-unfamiliar-signing-services/54361)
**Author:** [@mrlnsumner](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/mrlnsumner)\ **Replies:** 14\ **Last updated:** [December 29, 2025, 5:51am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/i-am-seeing-increase-in-unfamiliar-signing-services/54361 "2025-12-29T05:51:45Z")
I am seeing an increase on Snapdocs for unfamiliar signing services. Can we assume that since they come through Snapdocs that they have been vetted? --- ## [Mistakes, I feel awful](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/mistakes-i-feel-awful/54675)
**Author:** [@joanbys](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/joanbys)\ **Replies:** 13\ **Last updated:** [December 28, 2025, 11:11pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/mistakes-i-feel-awful/54675 "2025-12-28T23:11:52Z")
Hi all. I am new. I did a signing today with two mistakes the processing center called about. But she sounded unsure if they were a big deal, but because the title company is not open today, she couldn’t check with them.… --- ## [My first POA](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/my-first-poa/54852)
**Author:** [@ray3300](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/ray3300)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 8:17pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/my-first-poa/54852 "2025-12-22T20:17:25Z")
Hi. I’m new to the field. I have my first signing and it’s for a durable POA in Ohio. The customer said I don’t need to bring or take any documents. Any tips? --- ## [Proof of Execution by Subscribing Witness](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/proof-of-execution-by-subscribing-witness/54815)
**Author:** [@ewing\_joe](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/ewing_joe)\ **Replies:** 23\ **Last updated:** [December 22, 2025, 4:55pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/proof-of-execution-by-subscribing-witness/54815 "2025-12-22T16:55:24Z")
GENERAL NOTARY QUESTION CALIFORNIA NOTARY ACKNOWLEDGEMENT (PROOF OF EXECUTION BY SUBSCRIBING WITNESS) A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed… --- ## [Acknowledgement form](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/acknowledgement-form/54849)
**Author:** [@nsealnsign](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/nsealnsign)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 19, 2025, 2:21pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/acknowledgement-form/54849 "2025-12-19T14:21:03Z")
I have my first loan signing assignment tomorrow and I noticed that all the notary certificates came pre printed with the borrowers and co-borrowers names except one. the blank space is not enough for me to write both th… --- ## [Epic fail getting signings](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/epic-fail-getting-signings/54841)
**Author:** [@denise7](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/denise7)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [December 18, 2025, 11:05pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/epic-fail-getting-signings/54841 "2025-12-18T23:05:38Z")
Hi everyone, I’ve been a Notary for several years, but I’m new to being a Signing Agent. I’ve signed up with multiple platforms, and even when I accept assignments, there seems to be no guarantee that I’ll actually rece… --- ## [Want an extra seal? Here's the scoop](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/want-an-extra-seal-heres-the-scoop/54818)
**Author:** [@ewing\_joe](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/ewing_joe)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [December 16, 2025, 3:03am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/want-an-extra-seal-heres-the-scoop/54818 "2025-12-16T03:03:24Z")
PROCEDURES AND GUIDELINES FOR THE ISSUANCE OF NOTARY PUBLIC SEALS State of California Office of the Secretary of State GENERAL PROVISIONS Government Code Section 8207, precludes the manufacture of any notary public seal… --- ## [Is there any way to know the page count before accepting a signing?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-know-the-page-count-before-accepting-a-signing/54795)
**Author:** [@yi.digital.info](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/yi.digital.info)\ **Replies:** 7\ **Last updated:** [December 13, 2025, 10:04pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/is-there-any-way-to-know-the-page-count-before-accepting-a-signing/54795 "2025-12-13T22:04:54Z")
I just accepted a HELOC assignment for $45 because it was close to home and I assumed it would be the usual 20–40 pages. But when the documents arrived, it turned out to be 105 pages — basically the size of a refinance … --- ## [Orders from Notary Dash](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/orders-from-notary-dash/54745)
**Author:** [@shanekawhitney](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/shanekawhitney)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 8, 2025, 4:57am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/orders-from-notary-dash/54745 "2025-12-08T04:57:31Z")
Has anyone accepted offers on Notary Dash? I just signed up and created a profile but have not seen any orders posted. Any advice on how Notary Dash works? I’m more familiar with SnapDocs. --- ## [RON in states that don't allow on-demand RON](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/ron-in-states-that-dont-allow-on-demand-ron/54763)
**Author:** [@erinhayden](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/erinhayden)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [December 7, 2025, 3:13pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/ron-in-states-that-dont-allow-on-demand-ron/54763 "2025-12-07T15:13:52Z")
Hi All, I went through the process of adding RON credentials to my commission but it turns out on-demand RON isn’t allowed in the state of Indiana. Is there a way to make money with RON outside of on-demand platforms? I… --- ## [Notary Signing Agent Blueprint Courses](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/notary-signing-agent-blueprint-courses/54707)
**Author:** [@Allen.Notary](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Allen.Notary)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [December 4, 2025, 1:33am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/notary-signing-agent-blueprint-courses/54707 "2025-12-04T01:33:08Z")
Hi! I’m Fairly new to the Noatary business and am looking for nore training on Loan signing and other signings like Estate planning POA… Has anyone had expricence with Notary Signing Agent Blueprint? I am a visual and… [Previous page](https://forum.notarycafe.com/c/beginners-questions/19.md?page=1) [Next page](https://forum.notarycafe.com/c/beginners-questions/19.md?page=3)