Fee Amount Field

Enter the standard notary fee for this order. ## Field Details - **Form Field**: `fee_amount` - **Required**: Yes - **Type**: Number input - **Currency**: USD - **Validation**: Must be $0 or greater - **Decimal Places**: Up to 2 ## What This Fee Covers ### Standard Notarization - Basic notarial act - Certificate preparation - Journal entry - One signature notarized ### Additional Fees - **Rush Fees**: Charged separately in `rush_fee` field - **Travel/Mileage**: Calculated based on distance - **Additional Signatures**: May incur extra charges - **After Hours**: Premium for non-business hours ## Typical Fees ### By Document Type - **Deeds**: $10 - $25 - **Mortgage Documents**: $15 - $50 - **Power of Attorney**: $10 - $20 - **Affidavits**: $10 - $25 - **Business Documents**: $15 - $40 ### Factors Affecting Price - **Document Complexity**: More complex = higher fee - **Number of Signatures**: Additional signatures may cost more - **Location**: Travel time and distance - **Urgency**: Rush service premium ## Field Behavior ### Auto-Population - Uses company's default signing fee if set - Can be overridden for specific orders - Company defaults from company settings ### Calculations - **Total Amount**: `fee_amount + rush_fee + mileage_charges` - **Commission**: Calculated based on total - **Taxes**: Applied if applicable ## Tips ### Setting Fees 1. Check company's default fee first 2. Consider document complexity 3. Factor in travel time 4. Remember rush fees ### Common Mistakes ✗ **Don't**: Enter $0 for paid services ✗ **Don't**: Include rush fees here ✗ **Don't**: Forget travel charges ✓ **Do**: Use company defaults when possible ✓ **Do**: Document special fee arrangements ✓ **Do**: Explain fees to clients clearly