Your First 30 Days as a Mobile Notary: Complete Action Plan (2026)

You just got your notary commission. Exciting! But now what? How do you actually get clients and start making money?

This isn't theory - it's a practical, day-by-day action plan that takes you from "brand new notary" to "earning your first $1,000+" in 30 days. Follow this plan, check off each task, and you'll build a solid foundation for a profitable notary business in 2026.

What You'll Accomplish in 30 Days

✓ Complete your notary setup (commission, supplies, systems)
✓ Get listed on 10+ free marketing sites
✓ Complete your first 5-10 signings
✓ Earn your first reviews
✓ Build momentum for month 2 and beyond
✓ Realistic goal: $500-1,500 in your first month

Before Day 1: Prerequisites

This plan assumes you've already completed (or are in the process of completing) your notary commission. If not, start here:

How to Become a Notary in California (or check your state's Secretary of State website)
Pass your state's notary exam (if required)
File your oath and bond
Receive your commission certificate

Once you're commissioned (or while waiting for your certificate), start this 30-day plan:

Week 1: Foundation & Setup

Get your business infrastructure in place

Days 1-2: Order Your Supplies

You can't work without the right tools. Order these immediately so they arrive by the time you're ready to start:

Essential Supplies (Order Today):

Notary stamp (your state-approved format)
Notary journal (sequential, bound pages)
Black ink pen
Thumbprint pad
Business cards (500 minimum)

Complete checklist: 12 Essential Mobile Notary Supplies

✅ Day 1-2 Checklist:

☐ Order notary stamp ($20-40)
☐ Order notary journal ($15-25)
☐ Order business cards ($20-50)
☐ Get thumbprint pad ($5-10)
☐ Buy black pens, folder, clipboard

Days 3-4: Set Up Business Systems

You're running a business, so set it up like one:

Create Professional Contact Info:

Business Email: yourname@gmail.com or get a custom domain ($12/year at Namecheap)
Business Phone: Use your personal cell OR get a Google Voice number (free) for separation
Voicemail: Professional greeting: "You've reached [Name], mobile notary public. Please leave your name, number, and best time to call back."

Set Up Payment Methods:

Venmo business account (free, clients love it)
Zelle (free, instant transfers)
Square or PayPal for credit cards (~3% fee)
Always accept cash (have change on hand)

✅ Day 3-4 Checklist:

☐ Set up business email
☐ Configure professional voicemail
☐ Create Venmo/Zelle accounts
☐ Sign up for Square or PayPal
☐ Decide on your pricing (use our pricing guide)

Days 5-6: Create Your Google Business Profile

This is THE most important marketing task. Google Business Profile is how clients find you when they search "notary near me."

How to Set It Up:

Go to google.com/business
Click "Manage now" and sign in with your business email
Enter your business name: "[Your Name] Mobile Notary" or "[City] Mobile Notary"
Select category: Notary Public
Choose "I deliver goods and services to my customers" (you're mobile)
Enter your service area (cities/ZIP codes you'll travel to)
Verify your business (usually by postcard to your address)

Optimize Your Profile:

Add 10+ photos (your stamp, journal, professional headshot, you at a signing)
Write a compelling description (150 words max, keyword-rich)
List your services: General Notarization, Mobile Notary, Loan Signing, Apostille
Set your hours (or mark as "Open 24 hours" if you do after-hours)
Add your website URL (if you have one) or link to your notary profiles

✅ Day 5-6 Checklist:

☐ Create Google Business Profile
☐ Request verification postcard
☐ Upload 10+ photos
☐ Write business description
☐ Add services and hours

Day 7: Week 1 Review & Practice Run

Practice signing with family/friends: Notarize a power of attorney for your parents, an affidavit for a friend, anything. Get comfortable with the process before your first real client.

✅ Week 1 Complete? You should have:

☐ Supplies ordered (arriving soon)
☐ Business email and phone set up
☐ Payment methods configured
☐ Google Business Profile created (verifying)
☐ Practiced notarization process with friends/family

Week 2: Marketing & Training

Get visible and get educated

Days 8-10: List Your Business Everywhere

List yourself on every free site possible. More listings = more ways clients can find you.

Complete guide with NAP consistency tips: 10 Free Sites to Market Your Notary Business

Notary-Specific Directories:

NotaryRotary.com (free profile)
123Notary.com (free listing)
NotaryCafe.com (free directory + forum)
SigningAgent.com (free profile for loan signings)
SnapDocs.com (platform for loan signing orders)

✅ Days 8-10 Checklist:

☐ Create profiles on all 10 general business sites
☐ List on 5 notary-specific directories
☐ Use CONSISTENT name, address, phone everywhere
☐ Upload your professional photo to all profiles

Days 11-13: Get Loan Signing Training

General notarizations pay $15-50. Loan signings pay $75-200. The math is simple: if you want to make real money, learn loan signing.

Why Loan Signing System?

✓ Proven training: Founded by Mark Wills, former loan signing agent who built a 7-figure business
✓ Industry recognition: Title companies know and trust LSS certification
✓ Complete curriculum: Every document explained, common mistakes covered, real-world scenarios
✓ Community access: Private Facebook group with 20,000+ signing agents
✓ Fast results: Graduates report landing their first signings within 2-4 weeks

Investment: ~$200-300 (pays for itself with 2-3 signings)

Get Certified with Loan Signing System

Alternative: If you're not ready for loan signing yet, that's okay! Focus on general mobile notary work and add loan signing later. But if you want to earn $2,000+ monthly, certification is essential.

✅ Days 11-13 Checklist:

☐ Research loan signing agent requirements
☐ Enroll in Loan Signing System (or alternative training)
☐ Complete first few modules
☐ Read about common documents you'll encounter

Day 14: Week 2 Review & First Client Outreach

By now your supplies should have arrived! Unbox everything, set up your mobile notary kit.

Your Mobile Notary Kit Should Include:

Notary stamp and journal (in a protective case)
Black pens (3-4 extras)
Thumbprint pad
Business cards (in cardholder)
Clipboard and folder
Small stapler
Calculator (for loan signings)

Keep this kit in your car at all times. You never know when you'll get a call!

First Client Outreach (30 minutes):

Post in 3 local Facebook groups:

"Hi everyone! I'm a newly commissioned mobile notary public serving [your area]. If you or anyone you know needs documents notarized, I come to you! Available evenings and weekends. DM for details. 📝"

Search for: "[Your City] Community", "[Your City] Business Owners", "[Your City] Buy/Sell/Trade"

✅ Week 2 Complete? You should have:

☐ Listed on 15+ sites
☐ Started loan signing training
☐ Supplies arrived and organized
☐ Made first public announcements (Facebook)

Week 3: First Clients & Momentum Building

Get your first signings and start earning

Days 15-17: Targeted Industry Outreach

Stop waiting for clients to find you. Go find them. Pick 3 industries from our target industries list and reach out.

Best Industries for New Notaries:

Real Estate Agents: Always need quick notarizations. Visit 5 offices, drop off business cards, introduce yourself.
Senior Living Facilities: Call 3-5 facilities, ask to speak with administrator, offer mobile notary services for residents.
Small Law Firms: Solo practitioners often don't have in-house notaries. Cold email 10 firms.

Email Template for Law Firms:

Subject: Mobile Notary Services for [Firm Name]

Hi [Attorney Name],

I'm [Your Name], a commissioned notary public serving [your area]. I provide mobile notary services to law firms for client signings, affidavits, depositions, and other legal documents.

Benefits for your firm:

Same-day availability
I come to your office or your client's location
Evening/weekend appointments available
Competitive rates ($[your fee] per notarization)

Would you be interested in having an on-call notary for your firm? Happy to discuss how I can support your practice.

Best regards,
[Your Name]
[Phone]
[Email]

✅ Days 15-17 Checklist:

☐ Visit 5 real estate offices (in person)
☐ Call 5 senior living facilities
☐ Email 10 small law firms
☐ Drop off business cards at 3 local businesses
☐ Follow up on any leads from Facebook posts

Days 18-20: Complete First Signings

Goal: 3-5 signings this week. Even if they're for friends/family at discounted rates, you need practice and you need reviews.

Where to Find Your First Clients:

Friends & Family: "I just became a notary! If you need anything notarized, I'm happy to help!" (Charge them, even if discounted - you need the practice)
Facebook Marketplace: Post in your local groups offering mobile notary service
Nextdoor: Post in your neighborhood offering neighbor discount
Craigslist: Post under "Services > Legal" in your area

After Each Signing:

Complete your journal entry (every time, no exceptions)
Collect payment before leaving
Give them your business card ("Please refer me to anyone who needs a notary!")
Send a thank-you text within 24 hours
Request a Google review (text them a direct link)

Review Request Template:

"Hi [Client Name], thanks for using my mobile notary services today! If you were happy with the service, I'd really appreciate a quick Google review. Here's the link: [your Google review link]. It helps me grow my business. Thank you!"

✅ Days 18-20 Checklist:

☐ Complete 3-5 notarizations
☐ Collect payment for each (practice your process)
☐ Request Google reviews from all clients
☐ Note what went well / what to improve

Day 21: Week 3 Review & Pricing Refinement

You're a working notary now! Take time to reflect and adjust.

Week 3 Reflection Questions:

Did you charge enough? (See our pricing guide)
What took longer than expected?
Which marketing efforts brought clients?
What felt awkward? (Practice will fix this)
Are you ready to raise your rates?

✅ Week 3 Complete? You should have:

☐ Completed 3-5 signings
☐ Earned your first $100-300
☐ Requested 3-5 Google reviews
☐ Built confidence in your process

Week 4: Scale & Systems

Refine your process and plan for month 2

Days 22-24: Apply to Signing Companies

If you've completed (or nearly completed) your loan signing training, start applying to signing companies. They're how you get consistent loan signing work.

Top Signing Companies to Apply To:

SnapDocs - Most popular, tech platform
NotaryRotary - Established, good volume
SigningAgent.com - Direct from title companies
Notary2Pro - Training + signing connections
Café Signing Service - Good for new agents
Amrock - High volume, strict requirements
Pavaso - eClosings
Clear Closing - Good regional coverage

Application tip: Most require background check ($30-50), E&O insurance proof, and LSS certification or similar training.

What You'll Need:

Loan Signing System certificate (or equivalent)
Background screening (NNA or similar, $40)
E&O Insurance ($25,000-$100,000 coverage, ~$50/year)
Dual-tray printer for scan-backs (see our printer guide)
Updated resume highlighting your notary experience

✅ Days 22-24 Checklist:

☐ Apply to 5-8 signing companies
☐ Get background check if needed
☐ Purchase E&O insurance
☐ Complete loan signing training modules

Days 25-27: Expand Marketing & Build Reviews

Double down on what's working. If Facebook got you 2 clients, post more. If real estate agents responded well, visit more offices.

Marketing Actions (Choose 3-4):

Instagram/Facebook: Post photos of you at signings (blur client info!), share notary tips, behind-the-scenes content
LinkedIn: Connect with 20 real estate agents, attorneys, loan officers in your area
Email signature: Add "Licensed Mobile Notary Public | Available 24/7 | [Phone]" to every email
Car magnet: Order magnetic car signs ($30-50) with your name and phone number
Networking events: Attend a Chamber of Commerce mixer, real estate association meeting

Review Building Strategy:

Goal: 5 Google reviews by end of month. Reviews are social proof that converts browsers into clients.

After EVERY signing, send review request within 24 hours
Make it easy: Send direct Google review link via text
Follow up once if they don't leave a review
Respond to every review (even bad ones) professionally

✅ Days 25-27 Checklist:

☐ Post on social media 3-5 times
☐ Connect with 20 potential clients on LinkedIn
☐ Request reviews from all recent clients
☐ Attend 1 networking event

Days 28-30: Month 1 Review & Month 2 Planning

Congratulations! You've completed your first 30 days as a mobile notary. Time to analyze results and plan your next move.

Calculate Your Month 1 Results:

Total signings completed: _______
Total income earned: $_______
Hourly rate: $_______ (income ÷ hours worked)
Google reviews earned: _______
Marketing channels that worked: _______

Realistic Month 1 Benchmarks:

Conservative: 5-10 signings, $300-600 income

Average: 10-20 signings, $600-1,200 income

Aggressive: 20-30 signings, $1,200-2,000 income

Don't be discouraged if you're on the lower end. Month 2 is always better as your listings gain traction and reviews accumulate!

Month 2 Goals (Set Them Now):

☐ Complete loan signing training (if not done)
☐ Land first loan signing appointment
☐ Earn 10 Google reviews total
☐ Get on 3+ signing company rosters
☐ Double your month 1 income
☐ Build repeat client relationships (2-3 regulars)

✅ Days 28-30 Final Checklist:

☐ Calculate month 1 earnings
☐ Review which marketing worked best
☐ Set month 2 income goal
☐ Plan week 1 of month 2 activities
☐ Celebrate your wins! 🎉

Your 30-Day Achievement Summary

If you followed this plan, you now have:

✅ Business Foundation

• Professional supplies
• Business systems (email, phone, payment)
• Google Business Profile
• 15+ business listings

✅ Training & Skills

• Loan signing training started/completed
• 5-20+ real signings under your belt
• Confidence in your process
• Knowledge of common documents

✅ Client Acquisition

• First clients served
• Google reviews started
• Industry connections made
• Marketing channels tested

✅ Income & Growth

• First $300-2,000 earned
• Pricing strategy defined
• Signing company applications submitted
• Clear path to month 2 growth

You're not a "new" notary anymore - you're a working professional!

What Happens in Months 2-6?

Month 1 is about setup and foundation. Months 2-6 are about growth and optimization:

Month 2: First Loan Signings

Signing companies start calling. You complete your first few loan signings. Income jumps to $1,500-3,000 as you balance general notary work with higher-paying closings.

Month 3: Repeat Clients Emerge

Real estate agents start calling you directly. You develop 2-3 regular clients who send consistent work. Income: $2,000-4,000.

Months 4-6: Steady State

You're now doing 3-5 loan signings per week plus general notary work. You have systems, know your value, and can reliably predict income. $3,000-6,000/month.

The key difference between struggling notaries and successful ones? Successful notaries followed a plan like this, stayed consistent, and didn't give up after week 2.

Ready to Accelerate Your Success?

This 30-day plan works. But if you want to skip straight to the highest-paying work, get loan signing certified NOW.

Loan Signing System graduates report:

✓ First signing within 2-4 weeks of certification
✓ $75-200 per signing vs. $15-50 for general work
✓ Title companies actively seeking certified agents
✓ Clear path to $3,000-6,000+ monthly