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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!


Webinars

Broward RON Webinar - Watch Now

Remote Online Notarization and Digital Closing for the Broward REC


RON Update: How to Become a Florida Remote Online Notary - Watch Now

Join the Legal Education Department for an update on the implementation of remote online notarization in Florida, which will be in effect on January 1, 2020.  This FREE webinar will provide...


Meet Pavaso – Providing eClosing & Remote Online Notary (RON) as a Competitive Advantage - Watch Now

It has taken some time for eMortgages to gain adoption, but with the advent of Remote Online Notarization (RON) becoming effective January 1st, there is now presented a unique marketing...


Meet NotaryCam… and Hear From a User of RON - Watch Now

Please join Rick Triola, Founder and CEO of NotaryCam, a platform for on-line notarizations, as he discusses how NotaryCam works and how it may benefit a Fund Member’s practice. Rick will...


It's Here! Remote Online Notarization - What You Need to Know Now - Watch Now

The Florida legislature passed HB 409 – Electronic Legal Documents on May 2.  The bill specifically allows for remote online notarization of certain documents, including documents...


A Closing Agent’s Guide to eNotes & Digital Closings - Watch Now

This Fund Town Hall dives deep into the process and technology involved in digital closings, including the standards surrounding the use of eNotes from both a technological and regulatory...


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News & Alerts



RON Frequently Asked Questions

RON Frequently Asked Questions
05/06/2020

Answers to your questions about remote online notarization on process, procedures, providers and more.

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Fund/Florida Underwriting Bulletin Modifying Online Notary Requirements

Fund/Florida Underwriting Bulletin Modifying Online Notary Requirements
04/17/2020

Remote Online Notarization has not proven helpful when loan documents must be signed.  Most lenders require...

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Exciting New Resources for You; No New Skills for Me
04/13/2020

Timely RON support, pop-up webinars and info you can use NOW.

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Alert: Fund Underwriting Guidelines Incident to COVID-19 Pandemic

Alert: Fund Underwriting Guidelines Incident to COVID-19 Pandemic
04/08/2020

During recent weeks, Fund Members have encountered a multitude of challenges related to local stay-at-home orders...

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Silver Linings, Important Updates & Great Resources
04/06/2020

Even in these trying times, there are some silver linings:Improved technology skills:  I...

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FAQ: RON and 2020 changes to Notarial Certificates

FAQ: RON and 2020 changes to Notarial Certificates
02/20/2020

Answers to your questions about remote online notarization on process, procedures, providers and more.

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 Alert: Underwriting Guidelines for RON

Alert: Underwriting Guidelines for RON
01/07/2020

The new Florida law authorizing remote online notarization (RON) is now in effect but it will take some time...

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The Fund's Digital Closings Team

A digital closing team has been formed to ensure we provide information, answer questions, and get you ready for this new way of conducting business.  Members of that team come from different areas of the company so that we can “cover all the bases” in helping prepare you for digital closings.

Members of the team and their contact information are listed below.