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Notary Business Market Update & Success Training

Are you wondering if now is the right time to build your notary business?

The answer might surprise you.
Inside this month’s market update, you’ll discover exactly what’s happening with demand for notary signing agents ( loan applications, interest rates, and where the real opportunities are). Plus, hear from a real LSS student who's turning part-time effort into full-time freedom — and how you can do it too.

Notary Market Intel Table of Contents

Is It a Good Time to Be a Notary Public Business Owner?

If you’re currently building your notary public business, you might be wondering — is there enough demand out there for this to actually work?
✅ The short answer? Yes  
✅ The better answer? This is one of the best times in history to build a notary signing agent business.
Here’s why:

Most Major Life Events Require a Notary — And Millions Are Happening Right Now

Every year in the U.S., over 1 billion documents are notarized. From birth to death, and everything in between, notaries are called upon to legally witness and protect some of life’s most critical milestones.
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Here’s a breakdown of where that demand comes from — and how you can be part of it:

​🏡 Homeownership & Real Estate Transactions (12-18 Million Transactions/Year)

Real estate is one of the most document-heavy, high-trust industries in America — and notary signing agents are essential to making it all happen. From home purchases to refinances, from HELOCs to reverse mortgages, millions of transactions take place every year that require your stamp, your signature, and your professionalism.

​The numbers below reveal just how massive — and consistent — the demand is for notaries in the real estate space.
Type
Volume per Year
Explanation
🏠 Home Sales (Purchase)
4 to 6 million
Includes new + existing home purchases
🏡 Home Sales (Seller Closings)
4 to 6 million
Seller side typically has its own package
🔁 Refinances
2 to 3.5 million
Based on current trends (lower than 2020–21 peak)
💸 HELOCs
1.5 to 2 million
Home equity lines of credit often require a notary
🔄 Reverse Mortgages
30,000 to 50,000
Niche, but high-touch signings (more common in aging populations)

A Notary Gets to Notarize the American Dream!

Every home purchase requires a stack of notarized documents — and as a notary signing agent, you get to play a trusted role in notarizing the American Dream with every closing.
 
Roughly 4 to 6 million homes are sold in the U.S. each year — and nearly every one of those transactions requires a notary signing agent to make it official.
But here’s what most people don’t realize:
 
Every real estate deal involves multiple notarized packages.
 
It’s not just the buyer who needs a notary — the seller has their own set of documents that must be signed and notarized, too. That means every home sold results in at least two separate signings.
 
And with the continued need for refinances, HELOCs (Home Equity Lines of Credit), property transfers, and reverse mortgages, the demand doesn’t stop at home purchases — in fact, a single homeowner might need notarization multiple times throughout the life of a mortgage.
  • The buyer’s loan documents (often 100+ pages)
  • The seller’s grant deed or seller’s package
  • Notarized affidavits, acknowledgments, and disclosures
  • Additional signatures for joint borrowers or non-borrowing spouses
Each closing package can include 10–15+ signatures that must be notarized.
That’s where you come in. As a certified notary signing agent, you’re the trusted professional called in to ensure that every signature is verified, every document is legal, and every closing is secure.

Multiply that by millions of homes, plus repeat clients and refinances… and you’ll quickly see why this is one of the most lucrative, consistent, and high-volume opportunities in the notary public world.

4-6 Million Home Sales per Year

Whether the market is booming or pulling back, one thing remains true — millions of homes are still being bought, sold, and refinanced every single year.
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Real estate doesn’t stop — it shifts. And notary signing agents are always needed to keep the gears turning.

Here’s a historical chart of U.S. home sales over the past two decades — so you can see just how steady this opportunity really is:

​Home Sales Are Picking Up in 2025

Home sales have steadily increased month over month in 2025 — 240,000 in January, 257,000 in February, and 315,000 in March — showing positive momentum in the housing market and continued demand for notary signing agents.

​Refinances Are Still Strong When You Remove the COVID-Era Spike

While refinance volumes have slowed since the unprecedented surge in 2020 and 2021—driven by historically low interest rates during the COVID-19 pandemic--today’s refinance activity remains above long-term historical averages (2015-2019). When you remove those outlier years, which were fueled by temporary and artificially suppressed interest rates, the current levels of refinancing show steady demand. Homeowners continue to refinance to access equity, restructure debt, or adjust loan terms—creating millions of ongoing opportunities for notary signing agents.

Refinance Volume is Picking Up

Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) data showed a 15% increase in refinance applications compared to Q4 2024, signaling early recovery as rates dipped below 6.5% in some regions.

​Smart Notaries Still Thrive — Even in a Slower Real Estate Market

While the past two years have seen lower home sale volumes compared to the peak years, many notary signing agents are still making great money — especially those who’ve learned how to market themselves effectively. The difference?
They’re using digital marketing strategies and CRM tools to stay visible, stay booked, and stay top of mind with escrow officers and clients.

​Even in a slower market, demand hasn’t disappeared — it’s just shifted. And by learning how to build a successful notary signing agent business now, you’ll be perfectly positioned to reap the full benefits when the market picks up again.

High Demand of Being a Notary Public: Trusted for Life’s Most Important Moments

Being a notary isn’t just a career — it’s a calling.

Beyond loan signings and real estate closings, notaries are called upon during the most personal, emotional, and life-defining events a person will ever experience. From the cradle to retirement — and even after death — a notary is often the final stamp of trust on someone’s biggest decisions.
And in a world full of uncertainty, that trust matters. That’s why more than ever, people are turning to Google searches like “Notary Near Me” or trusted notary directories like Notary Everyday to find someone local — someone like you.
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So if you've ever questioned the value and demand for the work you do, take a look at just how many moments notaries are part of — and how much of life depends on your role.

Market Update: Notarized Transactions Beyond Real Estate — By Life Stage

Early Life & Childhood
Every year, millions of parents need notaries for school forms, medical releases, and travel affidavits — making childhood one of the earliest and most consistent sources of demand.
  • Birth Certificate Affidavits & Requests – Approximately 3.6 million births/year
  • Parental Consent to Travel – Millions of minors travel annually
  • School Enrollment & Medical Release Forms – Every school-aged child
  • Guardianship & Custody Documents – Ranges from 250,000 to 300,000 cases/year
​Identity, Legal & Career Milestones
​With tens of millions of job changes, business formations, and name changes each year, notaries are in steady demand to verify identity and secure legal documentation.
  • Name Change Affidavits – ~50,000–100,000/year
  • I-9 Employment Verifications – ~40–50 million job changes/year (some require notarized forms)
  • Professional License Applications (Nurses, Teachers, etc.) – ~1 million/year
  • Business Formation Documents (LLCs, Sole Props) – ~5 million new businesses/year
  • Contract Agreements (Leases, Sales, Service Contracts) – Millions per year
Relationships & Family Planning
Marriage, divorce, adoption, and custody changes happen daily across the country — and each one often requires a notary to make it official.
  • Marriage Licenses & Prenuptial Agreements – ~2 million marriages/year
  • Adoption Documents & Step-Parent Agreements – ~110,000 adoptions/year
  • Divorce Settlements & Separation Agreements – ~600,000 divorces/year
​Financial & Legacy Planning
Millions of Americans create or update powers of attorney, wills, and living trusts every year — fueling constant demand for notaries who can be trusted with life-altering documents.
  • Power of Attorney (General, Medical, Durable) – ~1–2 million/year
  • Living Trusts & Wills – ~3–4 million/year
  • Advance Healthcare Directives – ~1 million/year
  • Affidavits of Heirship & Inheritance Transfers – Hundreds of thousands annually
International & Life Transitions
Whether someone is applying for immigration, moving abroad, or submitting global paperwork, they often turn to a local notary to get it done right — and quickly.
  • Apostille & International Document Services – ~100,000–200,000/year
  • Immigration Forms & Affidavits of Support – ~800,000–1 million/year
  • Passport & ID Verification Forms – Millions/year
  • Military Deployment Notarizations – ~150,000+ families/year
End of Life
With over 3.5 million deaths annually, notarized documents are essential to estate transfers, burial instructions, and legacy planning — keeping notaries in demand even in the final chapter of life.
  • Final Cremation or Burial Instructions – 3.5 million deaths/year in U.S.
  • Estate Settlement Documents – Every probate or trust transfer involves notarized steps

Total Notary Demand in 2025: Why This Career Still Wins — In Any Economy

In 2025, demand for notaries remains strong — with over 12 million real estate transactions, millions more in legal, medical, and family-related documents, and constant need at every stage of life.
Whether it's a home purchase, a power of attorney, a marriage affidavit, or a trust transfer, notaries are always needed — regardless of tariffs, rate hikes, or economic uncertainty. But becoming a successful notary today means more than just having a stamp — it means learning how to diversify your income streams and market your business like a pro.
​The agents who know how to stand out online, leverage a CRM (such as the LSS Notary Marketing Software & Six Figure Blueprint), and offer multiple services are the ones who win — consistently. If you want to earn great money working for yourself, on your schedule, with unlimited potential, now’s the time to gain the skills that make you the go-to notary in your area.

Student Spotlight: If They Can Do It, Why Can’t You?

"On the Road" with a Loan Signing System Student

Every month we feature a real story from a real LSS student who said “enough is enough” and built a business of their own.

🎥 Watch our latest “On The Road” episode: Part-Time Notary, Full-Time Success: Macarena's Journey

In today's captivating video, meet Macarena, a part-time notary signing agent from Florida. Once a single mom recently divorced and struggling financially, Macarena has transformed her life by joining the Loan Signing System. Now, she successfully balances a full-time government job with her booming notary business, earning an impressive $36K annually part-time. Discover how she leveraged the system's flexibility and support network to achieve financial independence. Her story proves that with effort, patience, and dedication, anyone can transition from financial strain to freedom.
Taking a Chance on Loan Signing System Allowed Macarena to:
  • Generate $3,000 to $3,300 monthly part-time
  • Balance family life while securing financial stability
  • Create essential business relationships through dedication
"It's not luck or chance, it's effort and dedication." Macarena
Why not you, why not now? Thousands have already built successful notary signing agent businesses. What's preventing you from doing the same?

Ongoing Training: The More You Learn, The More You Earn

Complete Notary Mentorship Trainings - Live & On-Demand

Every week, Loan Signing System students gain the skills, scripts, and confidence to get more signings and make more money. Whether you’re stuck on loan docs, lost on where to find clients, or just overwhelmed — this mentorship is your key to clarity and cash flow.

🔁 Complete Notary Mentorship Replay Available Now

Watch the latest session: "How to Market Like a Pro (Even If You Hate Sales)"
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🗓️ Complete Notary Mentorship Upcoming Live Trainings

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