By
Kelle Clarke
Notaries must complete a notarial certificate to show evidence of each act. Learn when a loose certificate is necessary and how to properly use it.
By
NNA Staff
Many signing agents have been asking questions about the status of background screening standards in 2015. Get answers to your questions from Shawn Murphy.
By
Michael Lewis
Notaries are often left to their own devices when trying to understand how to perform a proper notarization. Here are 5 steps to help you perform notarizations.
By
NNA Staff
A Notary’s profile on SigningAgent.com can boost his visibility among hiring companies and assure them that the Notary has passed key background checks.
By
David Thun
According the NNA’s Notary safety survey, many Notaries have felt threatened at signings but few call the police. Learn how to stay safe as a Notary.
By
Laura Biewer
Notarizing for medical patients can be among the most challenging assignments to complete, and often required far more than basic Notary skills.
By
Nicole Dorsey
The NNA has launched an easy-to-access “Policy Tracker” tool that lets you follow the proposed Notary laws, rules and regulations that could affect how you do your job.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated November 18, 2024
Knowing the difference between acknowledgments and jurats is vital for Notaries.