Melissa Johnson is a former escrow officer with 28 years of experience in the real estate industry.
“I became a notary public while working as an escrow officer. Nine years ago I decided to become a traveling notary instead and have never looked back.”
There are many pluses to being a notary but one stands out for Melissa.
“The most rewarding part is the flexibility this career provides which allows me to maintain the lifestyle of my choosing.”
Melissa’s background as an escrow officer has served her well as a notary.
“I’ve had many closings where clients have asked for information that only an escrow officer would know (e.g., how do I find my tax bill?). Having this knowledge allows me to answer these types of questions.”
Another way Melissa goes above and beyond for her clients is by providing peace of mind.
“I work with a lot of first-time homebuyers. I love being able to reduce some of their nervousness by making the process as easy to understand as possible.”
It’s all part of Melissa’s professional approach, which is woven through every aspect of her business.
“Being a professional means presenting oneself and behaving in a way that shows you are competent, knowledgeable, and able to handle any situation that arises. This is important because a home is usually the biggest purchase someone makes and that usually comes with a bit of anxiety.”
Professionalism also plays an important role in creating client trust.
“When signing real estate documents it’s essential that clients know they are in knowledgeable hands so they will trust their transaction will be completed correctly and on time. As we know all-too-well in this industry, time is of the essence and a professional notary should be able to get documents signed correctly the first time so there are no delays.”