In this episode of Closing Market Weekly, Phillip Hogan sits down with November 2025’s Notary of the Month, Elizabeth Turcotte. After spending over 20 years in the restaurant industry, Elizabeth transitioned into notary work and quickly became known for her professionalism, attention to detail, and commitment to exceptional service. Phillip explores her journey into loan signing work, how TikTok unexpectedly inspired her career shift, and the mindset that earned her this recognition.
Elizabeth shares real stories from the field — from homeowners requesting her specifically, to driving over 100 miles to ensure a signing could happen on time. She opens up about learning state laws, mastering acknowledgments and jurats, and building reliable systems that prevent errors during high-volume signing periods. Her experiences highlight the flexibility, preparation, and problem-solving skills required to succeed as a notary signing agent.
Phillip and Elizabeth also discuss the role notaries play in the closing process, why accuracy matters, and how notaries can position themselves for more work — including multistate commissions and joining trusted networks. Elizabeth closes the episode by sharing her contact information and encouraging aspiring notaries to take consistent action and stay committed to learning.
Tune in to hear the real-world challenges and rewards of notary work from someone who goes above and beyond for every signer.
Highlights of the episode:
01:30 – November 2025 Notary of the Month: Elizabeth Turcotte
03:30 – Why notaries play an important role in authentication
04:40 – What sets Elizabeth apart as a notary
05:00 – Experiences that made her proud of her work
06:00 – Creative accommodations during signings (campgrounds, job sites, cars)
07:00 – Challenges notaries face today
10:00 – Elizabeth’s process for accuracy and consistency
11:20 – Systems that prevent missed signatures
12:00 – Working with signers in unique environments
12:40 – Being prepared for unexpected situations
13:10 – What Notary of the Month means to Elizabeth
14:00 – How notaries can qualify for the award
15:00 – How to contact Elizabeth
15:30 – Closing remarks
Connect with Guest:
Email: elizabethnotaryservice2023@gmail.com
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