Being a highly-ranked signing agent on Snapdocs is beneficial because highly-ranked notaries will be one of the first to hear about signing opportunities in their area.
This allows them to be one of the first to respond that they're available for the signing. Highly ranked notaries will also be more likely to be notified of all signing opportunities in their area as a result. Learn more about how your ranking affects your notifications here.
Snapdocs helps companies find reputable and trustworthy notaries while also helping outstanding notaries build their business. When companies on Snapdocs search for notary signing agents, we return a ranked list with the most proven notaries at the top.
How You Can Improve Your Ranking
Factor #1: A Complete Profile
Completing your notary profile is one of the most critical factors that contribute to increasing your ranking.
The first thing you should do to complete your profile is to add a professional photo of yourself. Not only does our search algorithm rank notaries with photos higher than those without, but title companies, escrow, and signing services are more likely to choose signing agents with a photo. Their goal is to provide the highest quality loan signing experiences to their borrowers, and photos help them feel more of a connection to and confidence in the notaries who will represent them at the loan closings. Remember to keep your profile photo professional though, as companies and borrowers can see it. Check out our tips on having a great profile photo.
In addition to a photo, be sure to upload all of the necessary documents and fill in all fields in your Snapdocs profile. First, fill out the information needed for your W-9 and upload your notary commission, notary bond, E&O insurance, background check report, and driver’s license. In your bio, outline your work history and experience as a signing agent to provide more detail about the service they can expect from you. Learn more about getting Snapdocs Verified.
Having a complete profile will not only help you rank higher in Snapdocs search results, but it will also give you a way to differentiate yourself to companies when they're searching for a notary to work with.
Factor #2: Number of Loan Signings
Another important factor that we use to rank notaries is the number of signings they’ve completed. The more signings and repeat orders you receive from companies on Snapdocs, the more you build your credibility as an experienced notary. As you complete more signings over time, you'll build up a work history on Snapdocs that will help increase the number of signing opportunities you are notified about.
Important Note: Non-Snapdocs orders do not count towards the notary ranking system. Only orders that are submitted through Snapdocs contribute to a notary’s ranking. Learn more about non-Snapdocs orders.
Factor #3: Favorites
Another great way to boost your ranking on Snapdocs is to earn “favorites” from companies who you've worked with.
Snapdocs has a feature that allows companies to “favorite” the notaries they prefer to work with in mortgage closings. To earn as many “favorites” as possible, always go above and beyond to deliver exceptional signing experiences to borrowers and companies. Focusing on building long-term and highly engaged relationships with companies will incentivize them to mark you as a favorite. As a favorite, you are at the top of a company's search results which will allow you to be notified of most signing opportunities and be one of the first notaries who are notified.
Common characteristics companies look for
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Closely follow their instructions
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Communicate clearly and dress professionally
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Be reliable
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Be punctual and prepared with the necessary documents
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Anticipates the borrower's needs
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Provide a positive signing experience
If you keep these three tips in mind as you book and manage loan signings through Snapdocs, you'll likely see consistency and growth in your notary business. Quality relationships with signing services and title companies can drive loan signings your way.