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EPISODE · May 22, 2026 · 22 MIN

Foundational Fridays: Fee Structures & State Caps

from Notary Knowledge by Derrick Spruill · host Derrick Spruill

Are you charging correctly for your services? Understanding how to price your work while staying compliant with the law is a vital skill for every professional. Join Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter as they break down the essential rules governing how much you can charge for your signatures and travel. • State Maximum Fees: Understanding the legal limits set by your state for individual acts to avoid overcharging and potential penalties. • Travel and Administrative Costs: How to differentiate between the statutory fee and the convenience fees you charge for mobile services. • Itemized Invoicing: The importance of providing clear receipts that separate notary fees from other service charges for transparency. • Regional Differences: Exploring why some states have flat caps while others allow for more flexible pricing structures. Staying within the law ensures your business remains credible and protected. Mastering your local fee schedule allows you to build a sustainable career without risking your commission. Please subscribe and like the podcast to keep up with all our weekly training sessions!Show Notes:• Understand the difference between state-mandated fees and service fees.• Learn how to properly document and itemize your invoices for clients.• Identify the risks of exceeding state caps on notarization acts.• Discover strategies for calculating travel fees that cover your expenses.Buy Becoming a Notary on AmazonNotary Knowledge Reference Guide and Notary Bible on AmazonYour Sunday Notary Reading:Notary Public Foundation: Essential Guide to Core Duties, Ethics, and Commissioning on AmazonYour Monday Notary Reading:Notary Operational Excellence: Mastering Certificates, Journals, Ink, and Copy Certification on AmazonYour Tuesday Notary Reading:Notary Fraud Shield: Real-World Tactics, Red Flags, and Refusal Strategies on AmazonYour Wednesday Notary Reading:The Mobile Notary Blueprint: Launching and Managing Your On-Demand Business on AmazonYour Thursday Notary Reading:Notary Niche Navigator: Your Guide to Loan Signings, Apostilles, I-9s, and More on AmazonYour Friday Notary Reading:Notary Law & Liability: Understanding State Regulations, Insurance, and Avoiding UPLYour Saturday Notary Reading:The Future Notary: Mastering RON, eNotary, and Complex Scenarios on AmazonQuick & Easy Solutions: How to Increase Mobile Notary Business for More Success & Profit: with 37 Professional Tips on AmazonExecutive Producer Derrick SpruillWriters Marylyn Lee Trotter and Eddie Montes TravisGraphics & Illustrations by Eddie Montes TravisMusic by Thomas BynumThis Show is Produced by Magnificent WorkzBusiness SolutionsContact Derrick Spruill Support the showFacebookInstagramLinkedInX

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Are you charging correctly for your services? Understanding how to price your work while staying compliant with the law is a vital skill for every professional. Join Eddie Montes Travis and Marylyn Lee Trotter as they break down the essential rules...

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