![FAQ: Pennsylvania’s new Notary procedures](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Pennsylvania-Capitol-2017-r.jpg)
By
Phillip Browne
on May 10, 2017
Notaries in the Keystone State have a lot of questions about the new required practices and procedures going into effect in October. This handy FAQ will help guide you through the transition.
![Notary FAQ: Assessing a signer’s mental capacity](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Assessing-A-Signers-Mental-Capacity-list-3-20-23.jpg)
By
David Thun
on May 04, 2017
Do Notaries have a legal obligation to judge a signer's awareness and mental state? Attorney Mike Phillips answers common questions about assessing a signer's capacity.
![The Cost Of Becoming A Notary Signing Agent](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/business-growing-resized.jpg)
By
Bill Soroka, Guest Contributor
on May 04, 2017
If you want to become a Notary Signing Agent, here’s what you need to know about the startup costs.
![Why becoming a Notary is the ultimate side gig](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/home-officev2-list-view-1-24-22.jpg)
By
Kat Garcia
on May 01, 2017
If you’re looking for work-from-home jobs or part-time jobs, consider becoming a Notary first because it opens the door to several additional side gigs.
![A Notary’s guide to completing journal entries](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/a-notarys-guide-to-completing-list-view.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 26, 2017
Most states either require or recommend that you keep a record of your notarizations. But what information goes in a journal entry? Here’s what you need to know.
![5 ways the new Pennsylvania law affects how you notarize](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Pennsylvania-Capitol-2017-r.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 20, 2017
Pennsylvania has announced a major update to its Notary laws. But how will these rules affect you? Here are five important changes Pennsylvania Notaries need to know about.
![States Seek To Raise Notary Fees, Require Training And Set Webcam Guidelines](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Leg-Trends.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 20, 2017
Expanded notary education, higher fees and webcam notarizations have emerged as key trends among state legislatures and regulators this year. Here’s a look at some of the notable bills currently under consideration.
![3 facts California Notaries should know for identifying signers](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Bulletin-Articles-Art-List-View-Sizes-630x630-3-facts-California-Notaries-should-know-for-identifying-signers.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 19, 2017
California has some of the strictest ID laws in the nation for notarizations. Here are 3 important rules CA Notaries must follow when dealing with signers.
![Can I Use A Notary Certificate That Lacks Some Required Wording?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on April 19, 2017
If a Notary certificate lacks required wording, what is the best way to complete the notarization? The NNA Hotline Team offers suggestions.
![Quiz: All about jurats](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/swear-oath.jpg)
By
David Thun
on April 19, 2017
If a signer asked you for a jurat, would you know how to do it the right way? Take our quiz and find out.