![Common Data Security Terms](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Data-Security-Notaries.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 23, 2015
Here's a guide to some common technical terms used in data security protection.
![Test Yourself: How Secure Are Your Notary Data Handling Practices?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/ht-perform-duties-resized.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 23, 2015
The mortgage finance industry is requiring stronger data security measures. Take the NSA self-assessment and evaluate your security practices.
![The Identity Protection Crisis](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/October-Mag-Cover-resized.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 20, 2015
Protecting the personal, non-public identity and financial information of consumers has become a global imperative, and Notaries in all walks of life are being asked to enter the fray.
![What Makes An Outstanding Notary Of The Year? A Look Back At 2015’s Honorees](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/2015-NOTYs-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on November 19, 2015
How does the NNA select the Notary of the Year and Special Honorees? Here’s some criteria our Selection Committee used to choose the 2015 Honorees.
![Avoiding mistakes on election-related notarizations](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Avoiding-Mistakes-On-Election-Related-Notarizations-List.jpg)
By
David Thun
on November 19, 2015
While every notarization is important, that’s especially true for election-related documents. A single mistake can cost a candidate a spot on the ballot.
![Notaries Post Mixed Results In Face-Matching Research Survey](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Face-Matching-Results.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 12, 2015
Members of the Notary community who took part in a recent face-matching research survey correctly identified imposters about 72% of the time.
![Long-term outlook for Notary Signing Agents strong](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Mortgage-Market-Prognosis.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 12, 2015
The housing market will experience strong growth in the next decade, according to a research report from the MBA. Find out what this means for NSAs.
![Notary Tip: Identifying signers using personal knowledge](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Notary-identifying-signers-using-personal-knowledge-list-2-13-23.jpg)
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 12, 2015
Many states allow Notaries to rely on “personal knowledge” of a signer when verifying his identity. Learn how well you must know the signer to rely on this method.
![Texas Notary Seal FAQs: What you need to know](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Texas-Seals-FAQs.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on November 12, 2015
On January 1, 2016, a new law went into effect in Texas, changing the seal requirements for the state’s Notaries. Learn how to avoid potential liability issues.
![Can I Perform A Marriage For An Undocumented Immigrant?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on November 04, 2015
Florida Notaries may perform a marriage ceremony for an undocumented immigrant if the couple has a valid marriage license and proper ID.