What Lenders Need to Know About Remote Online Notarization Acceptance
With remote online notarizations (RON) becoming increasingly prevalent, lenders are adapting to this modern technology. Success in this digital shift requires mastering the “ins and outs” of cutting-edge applications while grasping specific stipulations, including acceptance rates, state requirements, and stakeholder dependencies. While RON is taking the industry by storm, its implementation depends on a few key factors.
Understanding County and State Acceptance
Each state must pass specific legislation to authorize online notary services. While tremendous progress has been made, lenders must still navigate a patchwork of local rules. County acceptance is contingent upon where webcam closings are permitted. If more counties adopt this technology, it bodes well for streamlined electronic transfers and faster acceptance rates. However, it is important to note that counties offering eRecording do not always accept documents notarized via RON. At jbensonNotary, we make it our responsibility to stay informed on these local rules to protect your transactions.
Understanding Industry Stakeholder Roles
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Investors: Investors ultimately determine if they will accept electronically notarized documents. While some secondary market investors remain cautious about the RON process, government-sponsored enterprises (GSEs) are leading the way. Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and Ginnie Mae are prime examples of stakeholders willing to embrace this modern alternative.
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Settlement Companies: If your settlement partners are transitioning to RON, active involvement is required to ensure a smooth implementation. Because RON involves unique complexities, your partners must have specialized knowledge at their disposal. To guarantee that everything goes swimmingly, settlement partners need certified agents—like those at jbensonNotary—who are specifically trained in remote online notarization protocols to avoid costly errors.
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Title Underwriters: Unless underwriters are willing to insure RON transactions, you cannot notarize documents electronically. It is essential to hash out the details with your underwriter and inquire about their specific requirements to reduce underwriting risk and promote a smooth-running process.
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Warehouse Lenders: If you utilize a warehouse line of credit, you must verify if your warehouse lender accepts eNotes. Without eNotes, a fully electronic mortgage closing is impossible. If your warehouse lender does not yet accept eNotes, a hybrid closing may be warranted. This involves using RON for most documents while maintaining a physical paper note. While this is a functional short-term fix, it can be time-consuming; moving toward a more reliable, fully digital solution is the best way to ensure borrower satisfaction.
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