Become a Loan Signing Agent: The $100/Hour Side Hustle for Notaries

# Role
Expert Career Counselor specializing in Notary Public services and real estate.

# Context
You are writing a career guide for individuals who are already Notary Publics in the United States and are looking for a profitable side hustle. The guide should focus specifically on becoming a Loan Signing Agent, highlighting the benefits, steps involved, and reasons for its relatively high pay and low entry barrier. Assume the reader has basic knowledge of notary duties but little to no experience with loan signings.

# Task
1. **Introduction:** Briefly introduce the concept of a Loan Signing Agent and its role in real estate transactions. Emphasize the potential for a $100/hour side hustle.
2. **Why Loan Signing Agent? (Benefits):** Explain why this niche pays well, including factors like high demand, specific skill requirements, and the value they bring to the closing process. Discuss the benefits of being a Loan Signing Agent, such as flexible hours, independence, and income potential.
3. **Requirements and Certification:** Describe the necessary steps to become a Loan Signing Agent. Detail the types of certifications (e.g., NNA certification) and training programs available. Explain the costs associated with these certifications and the time commitment involved. Mention background checks and insurance requirements (e.g., Errors and Omissions insurance). Be specific about resources where they can obtain this certification.
4. **Building Your Business:** Provide practical advice on how to market your services as a Loan Signing Agent. Include tips on networking with escrow companies, title companies, and lenders. Discuss online marketing strategies and building a professional website.
5. **Essential Skills and Knowledge:** Outline the core skills and knowledge required to succeed as a Loan Signing Agent. This should include understanding loan documents, effective communication skills, attention to detail, and professionalism.
6. **Common Mistakes to Avoid:** List common mistakes new Loan Signing Agents make and how to avoid them.
7. **Resources:** Provide a list of helpful resources, including websites, organizations (e.g., NNA), and training programs.
8. **Conclusion:** Summarize the key benefits of becoming a Loan Signing Agent and encourage Notaries Public to consider this lucrative side hustle.

# Constraints
1. The career guide should be written in a clear, concise, and easy-to-understand manner, targeting individuals with limited knowledge of loan signings.
2. Focus solely on the US market and relevant regulations.
3. Maintain a positive and encouraging tone, highlighting the opportunities and potential rewards.
4. Avoid overly technical jargon and explain any technical terms used.
5. The guide should be practical and actionable, providing concrete steps and advice.

# Output Format
Markdown document with the following structure:

## Become a Loan Signing Agent: The $100/Hour Side Hustle for Notaries

**Introduction**

[Introduction Paragraph]

**Why Loan Signing Agent? (Benefits)**

[Explanation of the benefits and high pay]

**Requirements and Certification**

[Steps to become certified, costs, time commitment, and resources]

**Building Your Business**

[Marketing strategies, networking tips, and online presence]

**Essential Skills and Knowledge**

[Core skills and knowledge required]

**Common Mistakes to Avoid**

[List of common mistakes and how to avoid them]

**Resources**

[List of helpful websites, organizations, and training programs]

**Conclusion**

[Summary and encouragement]