![NSA Small Business Section Advisor: John F. Robinson](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/NotaryBulletinIcon612.jpg)
By
Kelle Clarke
on July 25, 2012
John F. Robinson is the Founder, President and CEO of The National Minority Business Council (NMBC), a non-profit organization that has been instrumental in fostering small businesses by providing educational opportunities, business seminars and a wide array of professional services to small businesses and women and minority business owners.
![Notary Summer Games: The Torch Is Lit, Games To Begin On Facebook On 7-30](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/NotaryBulletinIcon612.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on July 25, 2012
In recognition of the 30th Summer Olympics in London, the National Notary Association will host its own "Notary Summer Games" beginning Monday, July 30.
![Homeowners Bill Of Rights Imposes Stricter Regulations On Mortgage Industry](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/MoneyHouseThumb.jpg)
By
Kelle Clarke
on July 19, 2012
California’sHomeowner Bill of Rights was signed into law this month, providing homeowners and borrowers increased protections throughout the mortgage and foreclosure process.
![New CFPB Rule To Simplify RESPA, TILA Mortgage Disclosures](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/NotaryBulletinIcon612.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on July 19, 2012
The Consumer Finance Protection Bureau has proposed revisions to financial disclosure forms that are included in mortgage closing document packages in an effort to simplify mortgage closings.
![States Cracking Down On Notary Advertising, Requiring Non-Attorney Disclaimers](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Notario-Warning-sign.JPG)
By
Kelle Clarke
on July 19, 2012
New York has joined a growing number of states in proposing strict regulations on the methods Notaries may use to advertise their services.
![Notary Quiz: Elements of a satisfactory ID](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/types-of-id.jpg)
By
David Thun
on July 18, 2012
Issues with identification documents are common. What if the ID has expired? What if it is a foreign ID? Test your knowledge with our Notary quiz.
By
Moses Keshishian
on July 13, 2012
According to a recent Careerbuilder survey, 37% percent of employers now use social media platforms to screen potential job seekers — and that number is likely to rise. Implementing specific strategies using Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and other platforms can help escalate your career search and broaden your professional opportunities.
![How to spot illegal Notary requests](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/How-to-spot-illegal-Notary-requests-List-630x630.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on July 13, 2012
It isn’t always clear if a notarization request is illegal or unethical. If someone asks you to do something you suspect is improper, ask the following questions.
![Networking 101: Be Selective, Strategic, And Systematic](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Networking-101-Be-Selective--Strategic--And-Systematic.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on July 13, 2012
Networking isn’t just about meeting people, it’s about meeting the “right” people and being smart and selective about the networking process.
By
NNA Staff
on July 13, 2012
Notary Signing Agents and others involved in the loan origination side of the mortgage industry can expect to see a greater emphasis placed on training, certification and professionalism as financial institutions and government regulators expand the scope of the National Mortgage Settlement.