Notary Knowledge by Derrick Spruill

Are you looking for a niche service that can consistently boost your income as a notary? This week on Money Making Monday, Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter unlock the potential of providing Courthouse Document Retrieval and Delivery—a high-demand service perfect for mobile professionals.

• Identify which clients need this service, such as title companies, attorneys, or individuals requiring certified copies of deeds, judgments, or vital records.
• Understanding the logistical process, including accepted payment methods at the courthouse, typical turnaround times, and mileage costs to factor into your pricing model.
• Discussing essential preparation: knowing county-specific procedures, necessary identification, and forms required to access and copy public records accurately and legally.
• Strategies for setting competitive, profitable pricing, moving beyond a simple hourly rate to charge based on complexity, number of documents, and distance traveled.

This service offers excellent supplementary income and positions you as a critical resource for legal and financial professionals. Tune in to learn how to seamlessly integrate courthouse document services into your existing mobile business model. Don't miss out on these essential business tips—make sure you subscribe and like this podcast!

Show Notes:
• Courthouse document retrieval is a highly specialized and profitable notary service niche.
• Target clients include title companies, law firms, and private individuals.
• Always factor in mileage, parking fees, and clerk/copy fees when determining your service price.
• Verify county-specific retrieval procedures and required identification before starting.

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Your Sunday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Public Foundation: Essential Guide to Core Duties, Ethics, and Commissioning on Amazon https://a.co/d/bTSt2fp

Your Monday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Operational Excellence: Mastering Certificates, Journals, Ink, and Copy Certification on Amazon https://a.co/d/hFgwxm6

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Buy a copy of Notary Fraud Shield: Real-World Tactics, Red Flags, and Refusal Strategies on Amazon https://a.co/d/4qimosB

Your Wednesday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of The Mobile Notary Blueprint: Launching and Managing Your On-Demand Business on Amazon https://a.co/d/5hV3nvG

Your Thursday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Niche Navigator: Your Guide to Loan Signings, Apostilles, I-9s, and More on Amazon https://a.co/d/i9Sg0aD

Your Friday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Law & Liability: Understanding State Regulations, Insurance, and Avoiding UPL https://a.co/d/j1SGVgM

Your Saturday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of The Future Notary: Mastering RON, eNotary, and Complex Scenarios on Amazon https://a.co/d/199wd3i

Buy a copy of Quick & Easy Solutions How to Increase Mobile Notary Business for More Success & Profit: with 37 Professional Tips on Amazon https://a.co/d/iYZpfCw

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Are your fingerprints and face scan the keys to convenience, or risks waiting to happen? As technology integrates deeper into our daily lives, protecting your unique biological data—your biometric information—is crucial. This week, Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter discuss how you can become the ultimate defense, the "human firewall," against sophisticated threats like identity theft and manipulative deepfake technology.

• • The difference between static passwords and dynamic biometric identifiers (fingerprints, voice, face), and why compromising biometrics is permanent.
• • How deepfake technology works to mimic identity and the critical real-world fraud risks it poses to legal transactions and authentication processes.
• • Practical steps for managing and minimizing the collection of your personal biometric data in apps and services, and understanding retention policies.
• • The vital role of multi-factor authentication (MFA) and liveness detection in verifying a real person is present, not just an AI-generated clone.

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Ever wondered about the legal steps required before that famous storage unit auction happens? It all comes down to notarized paperwork. Today, Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter break down the essential role notaries play in the legally required affidavit process for self-storage lien sales. We're opening the unit door on the notarizations that make "Storage Wars" possible. The notary’s role ensures the facility owner has followed the law to the letter.

• Understanding the Affidavit of Due Diligence: This crucial document proves the facility owner correctly followed state laws regarding notification and eviction procedures before auctioning the contents.
• The Notary's Core Responsibility: How to properly identify the affiant (usually the storage facility manager) and administer the oath or affirmation for a jurat, verifying the truthfulness of their statements under penalty of perjury.
• State Variations: Lien sale laws differ significantly by state; notaries must ensure the required statutory wording for the affidavit's notarial certificate is present and correct.
• High Liability: Missteps in notarizing these high-stakes documents can invalidate the entire sale, leading to significant financial and legal repercussions for the facility.

Handling lien sale affidavits requires precision and adherence to strict statutory guidelines. Make sure you understand the stakes involved when notarizing this high-value, high-liability paperwork. If you want to keep up with the latest in notary best practices and legal requirements, make sure to subscribe and like the podcast!

Show Notes:
• Storage unit lien sales require specific notarized affidavits.
• The affidavit proves the facility gave proper legal notice to the tenant.
• A Jurat is typically the required notarial act for these documents.
• Notaries must strictly verify the identity of the facility manager (affiant).
• Errors can void the auction; accuracy is paramount.

Buy Becoming a Notary on Amazon https://a.co/d/7sufSMX

Buy a copy of Notary Knowledge Reference Guide and Notary Bible on Amazon https://a.co/d/6X22ZWy

Your Sunday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Public Foundation: Essential Guide to Core Duties, Ethics, and Commissioning on Amazon https://a.co/d/bTSt2fp

Your Monday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Operational Excellence: Mastering Certificates, Journals, Ink, and Copy Certification on Amazon https://a.co/d/hFgwxm6

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Buy a copy of Notary Fraud Shield: Real-World Tactics, Red Flags, and Refusal Strategies on Amazon https://a.co/d/4qimosB

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Buy a copy of The Mobile Notary Blueprint: Launching and Managing Your On-Demand Business on Amazon https://a.co/d/5hV3nvG

Your Thursday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Niche Navigator: Your Guide to Loan Signings, Apostilles, I-9s, and More on Amazon https://a.co/d/i9Sg0aD

Your Friday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Law & Liability: Understanding State Regulations, Insurance, and Avoiding UPL https://a.co/d/j1SGVgM

Your Saturday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of The Future Notary: Mastering RON, eNotary, and Complex Scenarios on Amazon https://a.co/d/199wd3i

Buy a copy of Quick & Easy Solutions How to Increase Mobile Notary Business for More Success & Profit: with 37 Professional Tips on Amazon https://a.co/d/iYZpfCw

#NotaryPublic #MobileNotary #Notary #NotarySigningAgent #LoanSigningAgent #NSA #DocumentSigning #RemoteNotary #eNotary #SigningAgent #learningnotary #learnnotary #learnMobileNotary

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Starting a new business is exciting, but the paperwork can be overwhelming. One crucial step for many entrepreneurs is filing an Assumed Name Certificate or a Doing Business As (DBA) filing. This process often requires a notary stamp. Join hosts Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter as they break down exactly how notaries support these essential startup filings, ensuring your new venture is legally recognized from day one.

• Understanding the difference between an Assumed Name Certificate and formal business registration, and why the notary is necessary for signature verification on both.
• Essential steps for verifying the signer's identity using acceptable IDs before applying the notary seal to the DBA document.
• Common state-specific requirements for DBA filings

—some states require notarization, others do not, making client education key.
• The correct notarial certificate wording (usually an acknowledgment) needed for the signatory section of the Assumed Name form.

Mastering these startup documents positions you as a critical resource for local entrepreneurs. Knowing how to correctly handle Assumed Name and DBA filings simplifies the often-complex business registration process for your clients. Don't miss out on essential notary tips! Subscribe and like the podcast wherever you listen to stay compliant and informed.

Show Notes:
• An Assumed Name/DBA filing legally registers a business name.
• Notaries verify the identity of the person signing the business filing.
• Most DBA notarizations require an Acknowledgment certificate.
• Always check state laws; not all states require notarization for DBAs.
• Properly executed DBA documents prevent future legal issues for the startup.

Buy Becoming a Notary on Amazon https://a.co/d/7sufSMX

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Buy a copy of Notary Public Foundation: Essential Guide to Core Duties, Ethics, and Commissioning on Amazon https://a.co/d/bTSt2fp

Your Monday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Operational Excellence: Mastering Certificates, Journals, Ink, and Copy Certification on Amazon https://a.co/d/hFgwxm6

Your Tuesday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Fraud Shield: Real-World Tactics, Red Flags, and Refusal Strategies on Amazon https://a.co/d/4qimosB

Your Wednesday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of The Mobile Notary Blueprint: Launching and Managing Your On-Demand Business on Amazon https://a.co/d/5hV3nvG

Your Thursday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Niche Navigator: Your Guide to Loan Signings, Apostilles, I-9s, and More on Amazon https://a.co/d/i9Sg0aD

Your Friday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of Notary Law & Liability: Understanding State Regulations, Insurance, and Avoiding UPL https://a.co/d/j1SGVgM

Your Saturday Notary Reading:
Buy a copy of The Future Notary: Mastering RON, eNotary, and Complex Scenarios on Amazon https://a.co/d/199wd3i

Buy a copy of Quick & Easy Solutions How to Increase Mobile Notary Business for More Success & Profit: with 37 Professional Tips on Amazon https://a.co/d/iYZpfCw

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In this episode, the hosts discuss Derrick Spruill's book, "How to Increase Your Mobile Notary Business," which provides a comprehensive guide to becoming a mobile notary public, along with 37 professional tips from Derrick's own experience. Eddie and Marylyn discuss Notary Public Derrick's personal journey to becoming a mobile notary, the importance of trust and integrity in the role, and the various services that mobile notaries offer. They also discuss the importance of having a business plan, setting prices, and being transparent with clients.

The hosts also discuss Derrick's emphasis on convenience, noting that he offers flexible scheduling, online booking, and even document delivery. They also discuss some of Spruill's 37 professional tips, such as carrying multiple notary stamps in different sizes and bringing a flip calendar to signings.

Key takeaways from the episode:

Success isn't just about having the right skills or knowledge, but also about having a clear vision, a strong work ethic, and a genuine desire to serve others.
Seemingly minor details, such as dressing professionally, having a positive attitude, and being organized, can really make a difference.
Don't underestimate the power of building relationships and connecting with people on a personal level.
Embrace convenience as a core value.
Consider how you can apply Mobile Notary Public Derrick's principles of anticipation, efficiency, and expectation to create more convenience in your own work and life.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss the Little Notary Derrick brand, which is a children's book series and merchandise line created by Derrick Spruill, a mobile notary public based in Northern Virginia. The hosts discuss the brand's unique approach to marketing and its potential to reach a wider audience. They also discuss the importance of collaboration and the role of visual appeal in children's products. Learning with Derrick Activity Book on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Derrick-Activity-Book-Alphabet/dp/1965896014?ref_=ast_author_dp

Key takeaways from the episode:

There are endless possibilities for building a brand.
You can be creative, have fun, and connect with your audience in unexpected ways.
It's about finding those unexpected connections and finding your own unique niche.
Don't be afraid to experiment, to refine your ideas, and to find what truly resonates with you and your audience.

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In this episode, the hosts discuss vehicle release forms, which are legal documents that allow you to get your car back from an impound lot. The hosts cover the following topics:

What is a vehicle release form?

What are the essential elements of a vehicle release form?

What supporting documents do you need to get your car back?

What are the different situations that can lead to your car being towed?

How can you prevent your car from being towed in the first place?

What should you do if your car is towed?

The hosts also discuss the role of a notary in the vehicle release process and the difference between notarization and legal advice.

Key takeaways from the episode:

A vehicle release form is a legal document that allows you to get your car back from an impound lot.

The essential elements of a vehicle release form include the vehicle information, the owner information, the towing company information, the reason for towing, an authorization statement, and payment confirmation.

You may also need to provide supporting documents, such as your driver's license, registration, and proof of insurance.

There are a number of different situations that can lead to your car being towed, such as parking violations, accidents, and impoundment.

You can prevent your car from being towed by paying attention to parking signs, setting reminders on your phone, and being mindful of your surroundings.

If your car is towed, the first thing you should do is call your local police department or parking enforcement to find out where your car was towed to. Then, you should contact the towing company and start the retrieval process. If you need a notary public, that will be the next person you need to contact.

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In this episode, hosts Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter delve into the world of mobile notary services or traveling notary public services, using Derrick Spruill's website as their source material. Derrick Spruill is a mobile notary public based in Northern Virginia, serving Loudoun, Fairfax, and Prince William Counties. The hosts discuss the convenience and accessibility of mobile notary services, noting that they cater to busy individuals, people with limited mobility, and those in rural areas.

The hosts also discuss the various notary public that offer mobile notary services that include:

Real estate signing agent services

Witness services

Apostille services

Administrative task help, such as printing, scanning, and mailing documents

Legal document delivery

Fingerprinting

Courthouse document retrieval

The hosts also discuss the potential downsides and risks associated with mobile notary services, such as the importance of choosing a reputable and trustworthy notary. They also explore the future of the industry, noting that technology is likely to play an even greater role in the years to come.

**Key takeaways from the episode:**

Mobile notary services are rapidly evolving and offer far more than just traditional notarization.

Don't underestimate the potential of mobile notary services to simplify your life and business.

Embrace the convenience and accessibility that mobile notary services offer.

Choose your mobile notary carefully, doing your research to ensure they are the right fit for your needs.

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