Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft promise flexibility and fast cash. But when you break down the numbers, the reality isn’t always as promising:
Rising gas prices eat away at profits
Insurance premiums and car maintenance skyrocket
Constant wear-and-tear on your vehicle
No guaranteed income
Most drivers average $10–$18/hour after expenses—and that’s on good days.
So what if you could earn more than Uber, skip the passengers, and still work on your own schedule?
Mobile notary work is one of the best-kept secrets in the side hustle world. Here’s why:
$75–$150 per appointment is common
Appointments last 30–60 minutes
You get paid directly—often in cash
No driving strangers around or waiting for pings
You’re providing a valuable legal service that people need
It’s flexible, it’s low stress, and you can start part-time.
Mobile notaries are commissioned to witness signatures on legal documents. Common signings include:
Mortgage and refinance paperwork
Power of attorney forms
Living wills and trusts
Vehicle titles
Business contracts
You don’t need a law degree, just a notary commission (which is easy to get in most states).
Higher hourly pay: Up to 5x more than Uber after expenses
Less stress: No dealing with backseat drivers or bad tips
Minimal mileage: Drive directly to the client and back
Business ownership: You can brand yourself and grow over time
Many notaries also add on legal document preparation or field inspections, which increase income without requiring more hours.
You probably already have most of the tools:
A smartphone
A laser printer
Your notary commission
With a little training, you can start landing paid signings within 1–2 weeks.
Sandra from Arizona made $900 in her first 10 days part-time
Eli in Georgia replaced his Uber driving with 3–4 notary appointments per week
Rita, a retired teacher, earns extra income doing estate signings for attorneys
Our Notary Jump-Start Course gives you everything you need to launch your mobile notary side hustle fast:
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