Feedback on becoming Mobile Notary (SoCal)

[Gabriel Mendez]

I am thinking of getting my notary license to begin a Mobile Notary side gig. The goal would be to earn some extra side cash to save and to network with other real estate professionals. The thing is i would like to see if there is an actual need among the real estate community. I would like to provide value to others but ive been reading some information that certain lenders/escrow companies are starting to require people to use their own, in-house notary.

Can anyone verify if this has been your experience? 

Based on your personal experience in REI have you used a mobile notary?

Any input on this is greatly appreciated. The course and materials to get license is going to run me about $4-500 and about 12 hours of study and testing. I have no issues with the cost or time but i want to make sure that i will recoup my investment. I am currently working as a Licensed Insurance Agent in SoCal.  I know that notary's are used for a variety of different reasons but one of my goals by getting this is to focus on meeting other real estate professionals. 

[Frank Wong]

Hi Gabriel,

I think it is a great way to make some side income.  Be prepared to work after 5 pm and weekends.  The mobile notaries in my area make about $150 per signing.  If you are targeting real estate professionals you will need to get familiar with loan documents and closing settlement documents.  In my case, my clients are very busy so using a mobile notary is something I always use.