With over 50 years of industry experience, and 60 years of executive corporate experience, BNN Services has perfected the customer experience. The hard work of our agents ensures every transaction is handled with care, trust, and respect. We are passionate about customer service because we believe you should treat others how you want to be…
Earlier this month, it was announced at Davos (the annual meeting of the World Economic Forum) that nearly two-thirds of chief economists predict the start of a global recession in 2023. The job market remains in question as businesses prepare for continued hiccups in the US economy. Will we start to see an unemployment rise…
When life-changing or sensitive documents are being signed, emotions can run high. As a Notary, you may have experienced a few less than gracious clients in these situations. Don’t let a client’s temper rattle you! It can be a test of strength to take a deep breath and remember that their negativity isn’t directed at…
The Notary Public Code of Professional Responsibility explains the standards of conduct and ethical behavior expected of notaries. It is designed to assist notaries in the basic principles of their position, and aids state statutes and regulations seem vague or unclear. Whether you complete a notary signing virtually via Remote Online Notarization or in person-…
As we dive into a new year, one cannot help but wonder what the housing market will do amid this fickle economy. Currently, mortgage rates for a 30-year fixed are sitting at approximately 6.63%, inflation is roughly 7.1%, and home sales on previously owned homes dropped 7.7% in November 2022, which is the slowest pace we…
2022 brought inflation rates higher than we have seen in decades. Prices rose three times higher than the targeted rate of 2%, based on the Personal Consumption Expenditure price index- the Fed’s preferred inflation gauge. In March, the Central Bank identified the surge in inflation and raised the benchmark rate by 25bps. In May, they…
The advantages of partnering with a mobile notary service, also known as a national signing service, are numerous. Aside from convenience, the most important benefit to utilizing a mobile notary service is that your team gets to work on what they are primarily responsible for – the consumer experience. The consumer experience is the…
In the beginning of 2022, home sales soared, interest rates were low, and the market was incredibly competitive. By mid-year, the Federal Reserve increased interest rates to curb inflation. While home purchases declined, we have yet to see a dramatic reduction in home prices, and research predicts we should be able to avoid a housing…
Technology is changing the way notaries do business, and thanks to Remote Online Notarization (RON), it is now possible for notaries to serve multiple industries. Each year, more than one billion documents in the United States must be notarized. Yet most organizations do not have an authorized Notary on staff. Thanks to RON, organizations…
Many skeptics believe Remote Online Notarization (RON) is less secure than traditional notarization. Many people believe identity verification for the signing parties is less safe on a digital platform. People often need clarification on how a notary can ensure the person signing is who they claim to be when they are not in person and…
Within the last few years, real estate lenders are further carving their niche in the industry by offering digital closings. A digital closing makes the entire purchasing process smoother for you and your clients with fewer chances of error and delay. It also increases convenience for your clients as the entire process is completed online…
It is no secret that the real estate industry is constantly advancing. Within the last decade we have watched technology drastically change the industry for the better, increasing conveniences for real estate professionals and consumers alike. In fact, we wrote a blog on it! As remote online notarization (RON) continues to evolve and more states…
