What are the benefits of being a notary?

Many people become notaries to have an additional line of income, while others take on the profession in a full-time capacity. Some even become mobile notaries in their communities where they commute to their clients.

Notaries make different kinds of fees for notarizing a document; for example, in California, a notary makes $15 per notarized signature, while in Florida, notaries earn $10 per signature.

The great aspect of this is that many clients need more than one signature notarized, so a notary's earnings off of a single client interaction can be high. Notaries are also allowed to charge additional fees for supplies, travel, and other related expenses.

• Notaries are in high demand. There is a high demand for notaries in many different industries, such as banking, finance, government, legal, insurance, technology, and many others.

This means most notaries don't have a hard time finding work. It also means that they can get exposed to a wide variety of industries.

Having notary experience is also a valuable addition to your resume. Many employers prefer candidates with notary skills and experience if the role involves authenticating documentation.

So being a notary can be a stepping stone to getting a career in an industry you've always wanted to work in.

• Flexible schedule. Notaries have flexible schedules. As previously mentioned, notaries can choose to work in a part-time or full-time capacity.

Being a notary is a great opportunity to earn additional income if you are a stay-at-home parent, a home-based entrepreneur, or anyone who is looking to earn some extra money.

Many clients request notary services after traditional business hours, so you can utilize your evenings to make some additional income or set up a time that works for you.