Summer Jail Marriage Sale

The warm days of summer are officially upon us and in order to celebrate we are offering a discount on our jail marriage services. From now until August 31st if you and a friend both use our services (preferably on the same days) we will take 10% off.

For jail weddings at Men’s Central or Twin Towers that can represent a savings of $50! The more friends you refer the higher the discount. Please contact us today @ 888-229-8452.

We service jails and detention centers in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside, San Bernardino and Ventura County.

Not all appointments run smoothly

Today was my 3rd time (yes, I did say third) trying to complete a notarization in the LA County jail system for a client.

My first attempt was last Thursday, which due to a miscommunication was not completed. I went back to the jail the following day but I was still unable to complete the notarization because a lock down was called.

Because of the previous troubles, I decided it might be better to get his signature in court (which I've done plenty of times before) but the bailiff decided to call his supervisor for permission and of course I was denied. So once again the appointment must be rescheduled.

Some appointments run so smoothly that you almost feel guilty charging a fee, then there are those that make you question your sanity.

Mobile Notary Available By Appointment

I always say you never need a notary, until you need a notary and if you are looking for a notary to travel to you give The Document Diva a call!

The Document Diva is available for day, evening, weekend and holiday appointments. Whether it is a residence, business, jail, detention center, courthouse, convalescent home or hotel we strive to painlessly accommodate the needs of our customers.

We can be reached @ (562) 314-4319. Most phone calls are answered immediately but if for some reason we are not available voicemails are returned within 15 minutes.

Notarizing Your Power Of Attorney

A power of attorney is a notarized document that gives an appointed agent the power to act on someone else's behalf in legal or business matters. Powers of attorney are especially important if a loved becomes hospitalized or incarcerated because they may physically be unable to handle necessary transactions.

If a power of attorney is required to handle financial matters it is best to check with the bank to verify that they will accept the POA. Some banks, such as Bank of America, require their own documentation to be notarized in order to appoint an attorney-in-fact.

If you or a loved one require a mobile notary to notarize your power of attorney in the greater Long Beach area please contact The Document Diva @ (562) 314-4319.

Successful Notary Tip #11 Setting Your Travel Fee

If you decide to take your notary business mobile you will have to set an appropriate travel fee. When setting your travel fee there are a few things to take into consideration:

1. Travel time - time spent traveling back and forth to your appointment.
   
   
2. Length of appointment - a notarization at a jail or hospital may take longer than at an office.
   
   
3. Your competition - your travel fee should be comparable to other notaries in the your area, not too high or too low.
   
   
4. Income - how much would you be satisfied with making for an hour of your time?
   
   

When considering your time do not forget that time includes preparing for your appointment, traveling to the location, time spent at the location and travel back home.

Most importantly know your worth! You offer a specialized service. If it was so easy to be a notary more people would be notaries. Do not be so hungry for business you undervalue your service but do not be so uptight you price yourself out of the market.

Focus on becoming a brand that offers such good service you develop repeat customers versus a commodity that can be found anywhere. What makes your business different is you!


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New Year Blog Post

I'm baaaaaccckk! I can't believe I haven't posted a blog new since 2008! While I have not posted I've been busy in the notary world. Below are a few pictures from my recent adventures.

I have had two firsts recently. I completed my first notarization at a race track (I wish I had taken a picture of my shoes after I almost fell in mud near a horse) and at a cruise ship terminal. I was also able to enjoy a beautiful California day in Palos Verdes after a notarization.

I hope you enjoy!