Title companies and signing services rebook the same handful of notaries in every metro area, over and over. If you want to be on that shortlist, it helps to know exactly what they’re screening for before they ever hand you a closing.
Fast, Clear Communication
Confirmation calls happen on tight timelines, often the day before or day of closing. Agents who answer quickly, confirm details without back-and-forth, and proactively flag scheduling conflicts get assigned first — every time.
Verifiable Certifications and Insurance
NNA Signing Agent Certification, a current background screening, and active E&O insurance are the baseline most companies check before assigning a closing. Having these visible and up to date — not just claimed — removes friction from the hiring decision.
Attention to Detail
A missed initial or an unsigned page means a re-draw, a delay, and an unhappy lender. Agents who reliably return complete, correctly executed packages the same day are the ones who get repeat business.
Availability, Including Evenings and Weekends
Borrowers often can’t meet during a 9-to-5 window. Signing agents who list evening, weekend, or rush availability get matched to more closings simply because there’s less competition for those slots.
A Complete, Easy-to-Find Profile
Escrow officers are usually sourcing a notary under time pressure. A profile that shows your coverage area, certifications, ratings, and services at a glance — like a NotaryLink profile — gets contacted before a resume buried in an email inbox ever does.