By
Kelle Clarke
There are a number of notarial acts, but signers do not always know which type they need. Understand the common types of notarization with this guide.
By
David Thun
Diversity can lead to more business for Notaries. Those with diverse business certifications should update their NSA profiles to reflect such designations.
By
Kelle Clarke
The smallest mistake on a Notary certificate can lead to major problems, such as rejection of the documents. Learn how to avoid common certificate errors.
By
Daniel Lewis
It’s a Notary’s job to help protect people from fraud. But Notaries must also protect themselves from scams. Learn how to avoid common fraud schemes.
By
Kelle Clarke
What would you do if someone asked you to notarize an egg donor contract containing only the donor’s first name to maintain anonymity?
By
Lori Hamm
There are a number of things that Notaries can do to become a force in preventing elder financial exploitation and abuse.
By
Kelle Clarke
While Notaries are not responsible for obtaining an apostille or authentication certificate, it is helpful to know what they are and how they work.
By
Laura Biewer
Adopting a child is a complex process, and notarizing adoption documents poses unique challenges for Notaries. Learn more about this process from the NNA.
By
NNA Staff
If someone has signed a document in the presence of witnesses before I arrive, must they sign a second time above their other signatures in order for me to continue notarizing?
By
Michael Lewis
The CFPB announced that its new Closing Disclosure rule will go into effect Oct. 3, 2015. But the agency will help lenders make the transition for “many months.”