Notary cost and fees by state
Six states fully checked so far, with more added monthly. Every figure links to the state's own page.
| State | Cost to start | Max fee | Term | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Texas | $141 | $10 | 4 yr | Worth a look |
| Florida | $139 | $10 | 4 yr | Worth a look |
| California | $315 | $15 | 4 yr | Worth a look |
| Pennsylvania | $322 | $5 | 4 yr | Depends on signings |
| Ohio | $235 | $5 | 5 yr | Depends on signings |
| Arizona | $165 | $10 | 4 yr | Worth a look |
States where loan signing is restricted
In these states an attorney, a title license or state fee limits reduce the work open to independent signing agents. Notary work itself is unaffected.
| State | Restriction |
|---|---|
| Connecticut | Attorney required |
| Delaware | Attorney required |
| Georgia | Attorney required |
| Illinois | Attorney customary |
| Indiana | Title producer license required |
| Maryland | Title producer license required |
| Massachusetts | Attorney required |
| Minnesota | Closing agent license required |
| Nebraska | Fees limited by law |
| Nevada | Fees limited by law |
| New Jersey | Attorney customary (north) |
| New York | Attorney required in some areas |
| North Carolina | Attorney required |
| Ohio | Attorney customary in some closings |
| South Carolina | Attorney required |
| Texas | HELOC and wrap loans at an office only |
| Vermont | Attorney required |
| Virginia | Title license required to handle funds |
| West Virginia | Attorney required |