![Signing Agent Question: ‘Why Do I Need Another Background Check If The State Already Screened Me?’](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Background-screening-revise.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 29, 2016
Notary Signing Agents often ask: “Why do I need a separate background check if the state ran one when I became a Notary?” Read on to understand why.
![What Would You Do: When your signer dies](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Unfinished-Signature.jpg)
By
Michael Lewis
on September 29, 2016
What does a Notary do if the signer passes away during a notarization? We'd like to hear how you would handle this tough situation.
![5 tips for Notaries starting a business](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/5-tips-for-Notaries-starting-a-business.jpg)
By
Daniel Lewis and Marcy Tiberio
on September 22, 2016
You’re ready to start your new business as a Notary. But you’re not quite sure what comes next. Don’t worry — two successful, self-employed Notaries have valuable suggestions to help you get started.
![Handling certified copies of public records and other unusual Notary requests](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Bulletin-Articles-Art-List-View-Sizes-630x630-Handling-certified-copies-of-public-records-and-other-unusual-Notary-requests.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 22, 2016
Requests to notarize birth certificates, marriage certificates and other public records can cause problems for Notaries. Know these important facts first.
![A guide to notarizing for physically impaired signers](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Notarizing-for-physically-impaired-signers-2023-list.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 21, 2016
There are times Notaries encounter someone who is physically unable to write their name. Here are ways to work around the physical impairment.
![Make sure your SigningAgent.com profile is ready for new online verification system](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/SigningAgentdotcom16-resize.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 15, 2016
Companies that hire Signing Agents can now automatically validate NSA credentials in real time through SigningAgent.com.
![How 2 Notaries Found Ways To Boost Their Income](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Notary-income.jpg)
By
Kelly Rush
on September 14, 2016
The Notary Bulletin recently spoke with two successful Notaries who shared their strategies for finding new lines of work and income.
![Can I Notarize An Unfamiliar Document?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on September 14, 2016
Is it acceptable to notarize a document on a form the Notary does not recognize? Find out from the experts at the NNA.
![Survey: Lack Of eNotarization Standards Hinders Electronic Mortgages](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/webcam-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 08, 2016
Lack of eNotarization technology in the mortgage industry has hindered widespread adoption of electronic mortgages, according to a recent survey.
![Can I Administer An Oath For A Phone Deposition?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on September 08, 2016
Are Notaries permitted to swear in a court witness who is providing her testimony by telephone? The Notary experts answer your questions!