Stay Informed on Digital Closings!
Learn about digital closings and how to get your practice ready.
Real estate closings will change over the next 2-3 years and move in the direction of less paper and more technology. Lenders are recognizing the efficiency and cost savings associated with processing loans digitally. Consumers are getting much more comfortable conducting business digitally. Our state has joined the movement by authorizing Remote Online Notarization (RON) effective Jan. 1, 2020.
The Fund RON Member Locator
Fund Member Registered Florida Online Notaries
They are offering their services to help other Fund Members with transactions in which RON is desired by the parties. Their experience in handling RON transactions varies but they all have handled RON transactions. Connect with a Fund Member Now!
RON Notary Course
Become an Online Notary Public!
Interested in becoming an online notary public under Florida’s new law? This course will teach you the rules and regulations for a Florida Remote Online Notary. Upon completion and passing the course you will receive proof of completion of course for submission to the Department of State.
Get started today.
An alternative option, use a online notary public that is already engaged by the RON Service Provider. Contact Melissa Murphy at mmurphy@thefund.com or Michael Rothman at mrothman@thefund.com for more information.
Steps to Get Ready Now
- Designate someone in your office to become your subject matter expert on digital closings and RON.
- Stay informed. We will help you do this.
- Start eRecording. If you are not already doing this, eRecording is an easy way for you to begin embracing the world of eCommerce with real estate closings.
- Research one or two of the digital closing providers such as Pavaso. Educate yourself on how they operate.
- Watch free online demonstrations of how RON works.
The transition to digital closings will happen gradually as the various partners in the loan and settlement process identify ways in which the technology can increase efficiencies, reduce errors, and result in a better experience for everyone involved!
Helpful Links
Remote Online Notarization FAQs
Questions on RON answered
Remote Online Notarization FAQs
Remote Online Notarization FAQs (.pdf)
Glossary of Terms
An alphabetical list of digital closing terms with their definitions.
General Counsel Blog
Questions
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