OMG, you are the first person to breakdown the fees with ACTUAL dollar amounts! I literally just got commissioned this week and this is EXTREMELY helpful!!!! There's not enough words to express how grateful I am! Thank you, sis!
Hey Dyamond. I used to use princessdiamyn for my username a while back so when I saw yours I had to say Hey girl hey. Us Diamonds(even if spelled different) gotta stick together.😉
Thank you for this calculator. It is something that I can use to help my clients understand the fees because I often get told that the Notary fee for my state is only $5 dollars per stamp. I had to do a POA in a hospital after hours which took over an hour. We as notaries need to charge more for POA and Wills due to the complexity. I also use an embosser because it looks so nice and professional. So I had no problem charging more for my services in these instances.
Indiana- This was very helpful! I’ve been commissioned since March 2022. I haven’t had any GNW just yet & that is by choice. Wanted to be sure my education & business affairs were in order first. I’ve been playing with pricing for weeks now lol & I’m glad I came across this. My price factors are 1. Round Trip Milage per Fed rate 2. Round Trip Drive Time (which factors into a $30hr salary) 3. $10/signature 4. $5 operational fee. ****Now I have thought about adding the 30.3% self employment tax (state & fed combined). Which im honestly going to do lol. But didn’t want to nickel & dime. & honestly, my calculations come out close to yours!! I was worried I would be over charging. But I think for the most part, we’re good. Thank you again, Queen!
Michigan - This is just the response I was praying for. Welcome to the community and great work on your pricing. State law is our guide. Keep being creative and know that you are worth it! Also the fees for Notarial acts are not subject to self employment tax per irs.gov/instructions/i1040sse You may need to educate your tax preparer. I did.
@@CoachMeVita Yes. This is my first crack at entrepreneurship. Pricing & taxes are a huge part that I want to get right. So I wholeheartedly thank you for your generosity to go beyond the surface. There's a ton of videos on all things notary lol but I've been looking for this exact topic! Another piece to my puzzle complete! Speaking immense success your way!😎
Hell LaDawne. Thank you for the feedback. Don't give up. Once you get past all the distractions and chatter, you will find a great side business with potential.
Thank you for sharing, I am a new notary in California and calculating the cost to do business is on my list of this to do. I want to also include supplies, training, insurance, etc to truly see my cost of doing business.
This is very helpful. I'm a new mobile notary and in the process of launching my website. You've actually answered a question that I have for a mentor. Thanks!
This is awesome! I'm brand spanking new to even the idea of being a notary. I just finished my commission training, and I'm in the process of building the actual business. Part of this is learning how to charge a customer. I've been scouring the internet for examples, or guidelines, and the most anyone will say is: It depends on the state, It depends on the individual, There's a difference between Notary Fees and Travel Fees, Make sure you don't mix the two, This is where your real money can be made - which may be all true, and I get that. But no one will share guidelines on how to setup a fee-table, or fee calculations. The only other example I could find was a "retired" website with an 8-point-schedule (A- is location, if you live here, your rage is X, if you live here, your rate is Y... B- is time, if you're giving this much notice your rate is Q, if you're scheduling for this time your rate is R... C-...) but your calculator makes so much sense. I had to watch this, like, 20 times, to get everything, because I'm still really new. But, thank you so much for this video.
Hi, this is by far the best calculator of pricing I’ve seen. For me, this is very helpful. I will definitely use. You should think about creating an app because other notaries have the same issue with pricing their notary jobs. Thank you!
Thank you for sharing this info and your calculator! I wish I could get those amounts for loan signings but I just use signing services and I’m in VA and my average is $85 now. I’m using Venbooks on their trial period and they have a calculator that includes # of notarial acts, pages printed and miles for the signing with an option to add an additional line which I use for the trip to drop off docs. So, those might be helpful to include.
Hi Cassandra. I believe rates have gone down because as a group we don’t understand our cost or our value. If we won’t counter for our wage we should definitely counter for gas! I started with Notary Gadget. Moved to Venbooks then came back to Notary Gadget strictly for looks.🤣I enjoy the convenience of the automations. I will be sharing any updates I make with all who have downloaded my template. Thank you for your feedback.
Thank you so much for the video and the calculator! I would really love to have this as an app on my phone. It would be great to be able to give a quote to a potential customer if I get a call while I'm already out in the field.
Velita, Thank you again for creating and sharing this calculator. I just downloaded it and played around with it. It is very easy to use and makes it easy to calculate a quote and close the deal! Thanks Again!
Wow great information. I'm in MN and just got my Notary commission earlier this month. 🥳🥳🥳🥳 So I'm now trying to learn everything I can before getting started. This calculator is wonderful! I will be purchasing it for my business! I like how you presented the information as well, very clear and easy to understand! God Bless you! 😇😇✨✨✨✨🙌🙌🙏🙏
Great content, you have definitely taken a simple task the ultimate bill and made it quite easy to calculate. If someone who's in business for herself I will tell you don't underestimate and if your client or perspective client wants to go somewhere else for cheaper, they'll come back to you because you know what you're doing. Thank you
Thank you so much for this valuable information - The calculator is perfect and importantly useful. You've put a lot of work into all this information and I truly appreciate it.
Thank you so much for posting this. You are on point with the calculations, we as notaries are being underpaid whenever we accept a refinance signing through a signing service. I notice that they usually only pay anywhere betweeen $60 to $80 for a refinance, where it really should be at least $150 for the signing. I guess that's why it helps to go direct, and cut out the middle man, in order to increase your earnings on a signing. Great video! 💜
Thank you for sharing this great information. I purchased this template and it is very helpful. I was always wondering which was the best method for fees and this definitely will work.
This was great information. I really appreciate that you took the time to break it all down. Will you be providing a copy of the calculator? How or what would you charge for witnesses?
I do like how you broke down the pricing, but also need to consider the area where people live. I know in my area people could not afford these prices.
Yes. As public servants we should be compassionate when working with low income individuals additionally, in order to build a profitable and sustainable business we need to diversify and market to law offices, title companies, and other industries who need our services. If you understand your value, you can be confident in your business to business quotes.
Thank you so much! I am just beginning my notary business in Mississippi & I have been collecting as much information as possible to be successful & this calculator is awesome! How can I purchase one??🙂
Hi, thanks for the video very informative and educational especially for someone looking to become a Notary Public, when you said you used your Stae hourly wage is the number you used the minimum wage in your state?
Thank you for sharing. I'm just getting started, I'm in the learning phase as I wait on WA state to approve my Commission email letter. My plan is to offer GNW for at least a year or so then add as I go. Can your spreadsheet pick up on misc. fees? Say, the client needs an additional doc during their appointment can it be included without messing up the formula? I'm horrible at formulas. This was very informative, again thank you for sharing.
Hello. It is my pleasure to share. You can specify the number of notarial acts which will increase the total fee. If you make a mistake and type over any formulas, restore the sheet to a previous version to bring the formulas back. I don't recommend using the tool during an appointment. This is for your back office. If my client has additional docs during an appointment, I quote them the Michigan state max of $10 per notarization or I don't charge them at all. It depends on the situation.
Hi Roychelle. Thank you for your question. I said .585 because this is what I multiply miles by to get my answer in dollars. At the time of the video the IRS standard rate was .585 or 58.5 cents. With the spike in fuel prices, the IRS increased the rate to .625 or 62.5 cents effective July 1st. www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-increases-mileage-rate-for-remainder-of-2022
I purchase the calculator but I can not get it to work ,it doesn't let me type anything . Also it being a pdf a little down side or more work to get to it I thought it was a actual phone app which would of been way way better
On the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website, how did you come up with your hourly wage? I’m having trouble finding the appropriate wage & specific category notaries are considered to be. Please help
Open a spreadsheet in google or excel and write formulas to perform functions and calculations to get a result. It will take some time, but you can do it. If you get stuck, google and youtube can help you with writing script and formulas.
@CoachMeVita OK, so you live close to the SOS in Michigan? I'm not a courier. I'm 2½ hours away from my SOS. What I do is help clients with their documents depending on if the destination country is party to the Hague Convention or not. Do you do that as well?
@@CoachMeVita I'm watching your Deluxe calculator video, and I'm really digging it! I see a box to apply a discount code. Do you offer one at this time for new customers by any chance?
Thank you so much for creating this video explaining how to charge as a mobile notary. You are the only notary educator who breaks it down and explains so well how to charge. I am so thankful to you for this! 🫶🏼🙏🏼
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OMG, you are the first person to breakdown the fees with ACTUAL dollar amounts! I literally just got commissioned this week and this is EXTREMELY helpful!!!! There's not enough words to express how grateful I am! Thank you, sis!
Hey Dyamond. I used to use princessdiamyn for my username a while back so when I saw yours I had to say Hey girl hey. Us Diamonds(even if spelled different) gotta stick together.😉
@diamyngraham-johnson4922 Yes, hey girl! 😊
Thank you for this calculator. It is something that I can use to help my clients understand the fees because I often get told that the Notary fee for my state is only $5 dollars per stamp. I had to do a POA in a hospital after hours which took over an hour. We as notaries need to charge more for POA and Wills due to the complexity. I also use an embosser because it looks so nice and professional. So I had no problem charging more for my services in these instances.
You are welcome! I am so glad you are getting good use of the calculator. POA and Wills yes, yes, and yes. You spoke to me with that one. Thank you!
An embosser? That sounds great would you mind sharing where I might find one for myself? Thanks so much! 😉😉💖💖
Best pricing advice I have heard so far.
I just got commissioned last week and I’m currently building my notary business. This is a life saver!!!! You’re amazing and thank you!
Thank you for taking the time to leave this feedback.
First person that I come across who does a breakdown and actually helps! Thank you so much for sharing so much information!
Glad it was helpful!
Indiana- This was very helpful! I’ve been commissioned since March 2022. I haven’t had any GNW just yet & that is by choice. Wanted to be sure my education & business affairs were in order first.
I’ve been playing with pricing for weeks now lol & I’m glad I came across this. My price factors are 1. Round Trip Milage per Fed rate 2. Round Trip Drive Time (which factors into a $30hr salary) 3. $10/signature 4. $5 operational fee. ****Now I have thought about adding the 30.3% self employment tax (state & fed combined). Which im honestly going to do lol. But didn’t want to nickel & dime. & honestly, my calculations come out close to yours!!
I was worried I would be over charging. But I think for the most part, we’re good. Thank you again, Queen!
Michigan - This is just the response I was praying for. Welcome to the community and great work on your pricing. State law is our guide. Keep being creative and know that you are worth it! Also the fees for Notarial acts are not subject to self employment tax per irs.gov/instructions/i1040sse
You may need to educate your tax preparer. I did.
@@CoachMeVita Yes. This is my first crack at entrepreneurship. Pricing & taxes are a huge part that I want to get right. So I wholeheartedly thank you for your generosity to go beyond the surface. There's a ton of videos on all things notary lol but I've been looking for this exact topic! Another piece to my puzzle complete! Speaking immense success your way!😎
I’m glad I found you. I’m a newbie and was getting disappointed that I couldn’t find any info pertinent to Michigan. You are appreciated ✨
Hell LaDawne. Thank you for the feedback. Don't give up. Once you get past all the distractions and chatter, you will find a great side business with potential.
Saying hello from Texas! I just bought your calculator. It's a very very helpful tool. Thank you so much for offering it!
Hello! Thank you for the feedback!
I absolutely needed this video. I also reached out via email i have a few questions regarding the calculator.
Thank you for sharing, I am a new notary in California and calculating the cost to do business is on my list of this to do. I want to also include supplies, training, insurance, etc to truly see my cost of doing business.
This is very helpful. I'm a new mobile notary and in the process of launching my website. You've actually answered a question that I have for a mentor. Thanks!
Thank you for the feedback! Welcome to the mobile notary community.
Extreme value in this video!
This is awesome! I'm brand spanking new to even the idea of being a notary. I just finished my commission training, and I'm in the process of building the actual business. Part of this is learning how to charge a customer. I've been scouring the internet for examples, or guidelines, and the most anyone will say is: It depends on the state, It depends on the individual, There's a difference between Notary Fees and Travel Fees, Make sure you don't mix the two, This is where your real money can be made - which may be all true, and I get that. But no one will share guidelines on how to setup a fee-table, or fee calculations. The only other example I could find was a "retired" website with an 8-point-schedule (A- is location, if you live here, your rage is X, if you live here, your rate is Y... B- is time, if you're giving this much notice your rate is Q, if you're scheduling for this time your rate is R... C-...) but your calculator makes so much sense. I had to watch this, like, 20 times, to get everything, because I'm still really new. But, thank you so much for this video.
You are welcome! Thank you for your comment!
Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!! I appreciate you sharing this as it’s been a continual question for me.
You're welcome! Thank you for the feedback!
Hi, this is by far the best calculator of pricing I’ve seen. For me, this is very helpful. I will definitely use. You should think about creating an app because other notaries have the same issue with pricing their notary jobs. Thank you!
Thank you so much for breaking down all of the expenses for providing a service. I am a new y and I appreciate the information and the calculator.
You are so welcome!
Really appreciate how you broke all this down.
Thank you for sharing this info and your calculator! I wish I could get those amounts for loan signings but I just use signing services and I’m in VA and my average is $85 now. I’m using Venbooks on their trial period and they have a calculator that includes # of notarial acts, pages printed and miles for the signing with an option to add an additional line which I use for the trip to drop off docs. So, those might be helpful to include.
Hi Cassandra. I believe rates have gone down because as a group we don’t understand our cost or our value. If we won’t counter for our wage we should definitely counter for gas! I started with Notary Gadget. Moved to Venbooks then came back to Notary Gadget strictly for looks.🤣I enjoy the convenience of the automations. I will be sharing any updates I make with all who have downloaded my template. Thank you for your feedback.
Thank you so much for the video and the calculator! I would really love to have this as an app on my phone. It would be great to be able to give a quote to a potential customer if I get a call while I'm already out in the field.
This is the video I needed. Thank you for sharing
I Iove the calculator! Just fund your page and I’m a new notary so this will be very helpful. Than you! ❤
Velita, Thank you again for creating and sharing this calculator. I just downloaded it and played around with it. It is very easy to use and makes it easy to calculate a quote and close the deal! Thanks Again!
I am so grateful for the feedback and you’re welcome!
@@CoachMeVitaDo you typically charge the same fee amount for specialty documents or do you have a different calculation method for those documents?
@@SHAUL-BEN-YISRAEL I block more time for specialty document appointments which increases the fee.
Wow great information. I'm in MN and just got my Notary commission earlier this month. 🥳🥳🥳🥳 So I'm now trying to learn everything I can before getting started. This calculator is wonderful! I will be purchasing it for my business! I like how you presented the information as well, very clear and easy to understand! God Bless you! 😇😇✨✨✨✨🙌🙌🙏🙏
Thank you for your comment.
Great content, you have definitely taken a simple task the ultimate bill and made it quite easy to calculate. If someone who's in business for herself I will tell you don't underestimate and if your client or perspective client wants to go somewhere else for cheaper, they'll come back to you because you know what you're doing. Thank you
Thank you for your comment.
Very helpful Sis, thanks
Glad it was helpful!
Great explanation! Thanks for all the great advice. The calculator is so nice! Thanks!
Love the Notary Pricing Calculator, well worth it.💯
Thank you for the feedback!
I would love to see what you would add for apostille work.
Thank you, just purchased! I needed this I had no idea how to charge, now i can hit the road running.
You are welcome!
And thank you too!☺️
I stumbled up on this and such valuable information and helpful, thanks so much for your knowledge and he work you put in.
Glad it was helpful!
I am glad I came across this video from Michigan
So helpful for a brand new Notary! Thank you so much
You are so welcome!
Thank you so much for this valuable information - The calculator is perfect and importantly useful. You've put a lot of work into all this information and I truly appreciate it.
You are welcome!
Thank you for this presentation. I am a beginner and this just what I needed to help me determine pricing
Glad it was helpful!
Amazing, great job, thanks! 💌
Thank you for your help.
It is my pleasure! Happy signing!
Thank you so much for posting this. You are on point with the calculations, we as notaries are being underpaid whenever we accept a refinance signing through a signing service. I notice that they usually only pay anywhere betweeen $60 to $80 for a refinance, where it really should be at least $150 for the signing. I guess that's why it helps to go direct, and cut out the middle man, in order to increase your earnings on a signing. Great video! 💜
Thank you for your comment!
THANK YOU.
Thank you for sharing this great information. I purchased this template and it is very helpful. I was always wondering which was the best method for fees and this definitely will work.
This is great. I am new and have been looking for info on fee charges. Thank you so much! I would add the print fee info.
Thank you for the feedback!
Thank you for explaining this.
My pleasure!
Interesting and creative calculator/tool.
This was great information. I really appreciate that you took the time to break it all down. Will you be providing a copy of the calculator? How or what would you charge for witnesses?
I do like how you broke down the pricing, but also need to consider the area where people live. I know in my area people could not afford these prices.
Yes. As public servants we should be compassionate when working with low income individuals additionally, in order to build a profitable and sustainable business we need to diversify and market to law offices, title companies, and other industries who need our services. If you understand your value, you can be confident in your business to business quotes.
Thank you so much for this information! This calculator is a must have!
I tried purchasing the calculator twice but I hadn’t received anything and it says my zip code couldn’t be found. Please help
I just saw this. Please email me velita@gatewaynpd.com
Thank you so much! I am just beginning my notary business in Mississippi & I have been collecting as much information as possible to be successful & this calculator is awesome! How can I purchase one??🙂
Just purchased your calculator ty!
Awesome! Let me know if you need help.
@@CoachMeVita ty so much I will! Do you take credit card payments for notary acts?
@@CoachMeVita also can I add a cell in the calculator for things like parking fees for hospitals etc?
@@angelcid81 yes I do.
@@angelcid81 yes. Click the button in the spreadsheet to schedule a free consult with me.
Can the IRS travel allowance be update since it changes year to year. You video was very informative.
Thank you for the feedback. Yes. You can edit the travel allowance cell.
Thanks 🙏 so much 👍🏾
Thank you
You're welcome!
I'm loving this! Is there a discount code available? I see there's a box to place a discount code. Where can I find one?
I would love to test this out on your zoom call if it's not too late.
Thank you!
Thank you for the breakdown. Do you charge a rush fee if somebody needs a notary right now or before the days end?
You are welcome! No. I do not charge a rush fee.
@@CoachMeVita Thank you.
Hi, thanks for the video very informative and educational especially for someone looking to become a Notary Public, when you said you used your Stae hourly wage is the number you used the minimum wage in your state?
Hi. You are welcome! I used the average. www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Average-Salary--in-Michigan.
Thank you for sharing. I'm just getting started, I'm in the learning phase as I wait on WA state to approve my Commission email letter. My plan is to offer GNW for at least a year or so then add as I go. Can your spreadsheet pick up on misc. fees? Say, the client needs an additional doc during their appointment can it be included without messing up the formula? I'm horrible at formulas. This was very informative, again thank you for sharing.
Hello. It is my pleasure to share. You can specify the number of notarial acts which will increase the total fee. If you make a mistake and type over any formulas, restore the sheet to a previous version to bring the formulas back. I don't recommend using the tool during an appointment. This is for your back office. If my client has additional docs during an appointment, I quote them the Michigan state max of $10 per notarization or I don't charge them at all. It depends on the situation.
Enjoyed your video! How can I get your calculator? I think you should market it!😀
Working on it!
I use the same format I just do the math in my head. My average fee is $99 and $150 for poa
I have always admired people with the ability to do head calculations. I'm glad you know your value!
Hello, the calculator program you developed is it a monthly charge or one time charged for application? Thank you
One time charge to copy the sheet.
This makes life easier. How can I get this?
Hello. There is a link in the description to purchase.
I cant find the link. This is a great video
gatewaynotary.gumroad.com/
Can you include the cost of supplies (ink, printing, scanning, mailing). I don't know if I'm missing anything?
Yes. If you need help with it, schedule a ferr call with me.
Does it only work on a computer and not a phone?
Is it possible to purchase the excel calculator?
Greetings. Where did you find the wage for your state on the bureau of labor and statistics?
www.bls.gov/sae/tables/annual-average/table-4-average-hours-and-earnings-of-all-employees-on-private-nonfarm-payrolls-by-state.htm
Thank you@@CoachMeVita
I'm looking for the link in the comments, can you please re post the link to the calculator. I'm a new Notary Public & this will help me tremendously!
bit.ly/3wy5EQD
I'm just getting started. Can I get a copy please. Thanks
bit.ly/3wy5EQD
For the standard mileage rate you said .585
But you mean 58.5, right?
NVM, i understand now!
Hi Roychelle. Thank you for your question. I said .585 because this is what I multiply miles by to get my answer in dollars. At the time of the video the IRS standard rate was .585 or 58.5 cents. With the spike in fuel prices, the IRS increased the rate to .625 or 62.5 cents effective July 1st.
www.irs.gov/newsroom/irs-increases-mileage-rate-for-remainder-of-2022
I purchase the calculator but I can not get it to work ,it doesn't let me type anything . Also it being a pdf a little down side or more work to get to it I thought it was a actual phone app which would of been way way better
On the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics website, how did you come up with your hourly wage? I’m having trouble finding the appropriate wage & specific category notaries are considered to be. Please help
What state are you in?
@@CoachMeVita MARYLAND
@@oliviachante3354 www.bls.gov/oes/current/oes_md.htm
I am trying to find where notary would fall in Texas on the website. Help please.
what are the formulas or values you used to calculate
Hello Miriam. You can see the formulas when you download a copy of the template. You are free to edit them or schedule a free call with me for help.
Can you post a link where we can find the fees for our state
www.ziprecruiter.com/Salaries/Average-Salary--in-Michigan.
I purchased the calculator, but how do you or can you use it on my iPhone?
Hello Donna. It is hard but not impossible to use a spreadsheet on a small screen. I don’t use it in my phone because it is very cumbersome.
How do i make this calculator?
Open a spreadsheet in google or excel and write formulas to perform functions and calculations to get a result. It will take some time, but you can do it. If you get stuck, google and youtube can help you with writing script and formulas.
Where is the link to order?
Hello June. The link is in the description and I'll place it here gor you gatewaynotary.gumroad.com/l/NotaryCalculator
Do you have a calculator for apostilles?
For Apostille work, I just add my courier fee and I advise the client that they will also be responsible for any shipping costs incurred.
@CoachMeVita OK, so you live close to the SOS in Michigan? I'm not a courier. I'm 2½ hours away from my SOS. What I do is help clients with their documents depending on if the destination country is party to the Hague Convention or not. Do you do that as well?
@@mr.janjasmin5235 Yes I do. We have several SOS locations that process Apostille and Authentication requests.
@@CoachMeVita OK, so when you're not acting as a courier, but as an agent how do you add the fees for that work?
@@CoachMeVita I'm watching your Deluxe calculator video, and I'm really digging it! I see a box to apply a discount code. Do you offer one at this time for new customers by any chance?
i bought the calculator but i cant figure out how to access it now. can anybody help me out?
Hi Tanisha. I fixed the issue. We’re you able to get it?
Yea thank you sooo very much ☺️
Thank you so much for creating this video explaining how to charge as a mobile notary. You are the only notary educator who breaks it down and explains so well how to charge. I am so thankful to you for this! 🫶🏼🙏🏼