Mobile Scanners/Printers

[nassar.torres]

Hey All, I’m in my second year as a NSA and building up a good reputation as a trustworthy and capable notary. I rarely get passed over for signings on platforms like SnapDocs and SigningOrder and I’m starting to see an increase in signing companies reaching out directly to request my services. Overall, business is trending upwards and I’m looking to pick up more loan signing work.

Here’s the rub. I also do tax and bookkeeping work, and my original plan was to have the NSA work be a small addendum to my other service offerings. Ergo, I never purchased a mobile scanner. But, I have found that I am enjoying the NSA work a lot more than I originally thought and would like to shift to doing more of this type of work.

In order to be able to maximize my day and pick up more loan signings per day, I’m realizing that a mobile scanner is a must. So, here’s my question. What are your recommendations for a good mobile scanner at a price that won’t break the bank? Also, what other considerations should I have re: choosing the best fit?

[yolicue]

I have a Scansnap ix1500 that I love! It serves as its own wifi, handles various page sizes automatically.

[cNsa5]

@nassar.torres Excellent question!

Just wondering if by any chance were you able to locate the immediately available information found within the Notary Cafe database on this topic?

This information is a GOLDMINE!

Most members express that they find it difficult/NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE to locate the Search Function in order to access the wealth of information available within the database that has been generously contributed by your sagacious fellow business owners over the years . . .

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I’ve performed a cursory Search on your behalf and the results show the following Results of the Search

Is a mobile scanner necessary to have?

For me, a portable scanner has become invaluable!! I have an Epson DS-635 that plugs directly into my “Utility” laptop, no security problems. I use it at every signing to scan signer’s ID. It is used for the docs only occasionally, as mentioned above, if time is a factor and the package is manageable. More times than not the signers are more than willing to let 15-25 pages get scanned so the packet can ship in a timely fashion, mostly because they have skin in the game. McDonald’s and Starbu…

Is a mobile scanner necessary to have?

Owning a small desk scanner and an inverter for your car can be valuable… during the covid experience… I had a full sized brothers printer(6200) and a small desk sized scanner (Epson DS 575W) in my truck. I dont carry the printer any more, but the scanner… very good tool… leave home with jobs… do signings … using my tablet, upload docs ( closed connection)… then send to signing platform via my phone’s hotspot… I have control of the docs… it helps with communication and trust with escrow clients…

Is a mobile scanner necessary to have?

Yes, having a scanner is very important in this business. I’ve had an Epson 500W, and I’ve been using it daily—sometimes multiple times a day—for the past five years. It has worked very well. If I had to do it over again, I probably would have chosen one with a 100-page feeder, since most of our packages are over 100 pages. It’s much quicker to scan everything from the signer’s home using your laptop.

Is a mobile scanner necessary to have?

My mobile scanner is one of my favorite pieces of equipment. I have the Epson 580. I bought it refurbished through Epson and paid about half of what it sells for new. It has been great! It scans SO fast! If the job is under 100 pages, I don’t even need to bring my laptop because it goes through the phone. (Over 100 has to go through the laptop). My suggestion would be to keep an eye out for a good deal and grab it when it comes up.

Scanback time, mileage, costs

Epson WF-2950… it is small enough to be powered with the 120V outlet from my car, has an autofeeder for scanning documents black and color, WI-FI smartphone operated for sending the scanned to my cellphone or laptop… although is a ink-jet printer, all my closing documents are printed at home in my laser Brother MFC-L3770CDW but can be use as printer if needed… best of all was the price, LESS expensive than the cheaper regular document scanner in the market…

NOTE: There are many more recommendations available within the Notary Cafe database for your immediate reference! The Search Function is easy to access & always available!

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[cryman.notary]

I have a Canon R30 that works as well as my commercial scanner. Large feed capacity.

[tlbennett0]

Epson 400II - they have a wireless one for a little more money. Both are excellent choices for scanners.