BOTTOM LINE: This philosophy to accept lowball fees (advocated for by Signing Services [SSs] regularly) is certainly NOT sustainable within this business sector.
The sagacious insight by @Arichter is something VERY important to consider.
Each of us is a Business Owner/Independent Contractor. YOUR business expenses to operate YOUR individual business will vary from region-to-region across the US. No one can make the determination to Accept OR Reject a Signing Order fee, but each individual Business Owner at the time it’s proffered to them.
Each Notary Cafe forum member has the freedom to express their perspective & provide input/insights regarding the current state of affairs within this business sector on any notarial topic.