![5 things Notaries should always check before the signer leaves](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Bulletin-Articles-Art-List-View-Sizes-630x630-5-things-Notaries-should-check-before-the-signer-leaves.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on December 02, 2020
There’s nothing as awkward as finishing a notarization and realizing you forgot something. This checklist can help you make sure you have done everything needed before the signer leaves.
![What Would You Do: The case of the signer and the unhappy daughter](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/WWYD-Signer-Daughter-Resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on December 02, 2020
What would you do if the daughter of a signer insisted on interpreting for him during a notarization? Share your solutions with us.
![Can I forward a loan document package to a customer before the signing?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on November 30, 2020
A Notary Signing Agent asks if it's OK to send an unsigned loan document package to a customer before the signing appointment. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
![Notary Moonlighting: Meeting the challenge](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/feature-emag-moonlighting-thumb-628x628.jpg)
By
Kelly Rush
on November 18, 2020
Full-time employment can offer security, but starting a side gig as a Notary can help you bring in extra income on a flexible schedule. Here are tips for getting started
![How do I record an expired ID in my Notary journal?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on November 13, 2020
A Notary asks how to record information about an expired signer ID in the Notary journal. The NNA Notary Hotline has the answer.
![New Maryland laws establish new certificate forms, RON](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/bulletin-maryland-new-law-certificates-450x300.jpg)
By
Rachel Fraser
on November 13, 2020
A major overhaul of Maryland's Notary laws include new notarial certificate forms, new commission requirements and the authorization of remote online notarization.
![New Missouri Notary certificate requirements now in effect](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/bulletin-missouri-new-law-certificates-450x300.jpg)
By
Rachel Fraser
on November 13, 2020
With House Bill 1655 comes a slew of new laws, including new notarial certificate forms. To stay compliant, Notaries should use the new certificate wording.
![What do I do if a signer has me notarize the wrong document?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on November 12, 2020
What is a Notary's responsibility if a signer gives the Notary the wrong document to notarize? Our NNA Notary Hotline Team has the answer.
![Guiding Principle VII of The Notary Public Code of Professional Responsibility of 2020](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Jan-cover-image-2-resized.jpg)
By
Bill Anderson
on November 10, 2020
In part VII of this series, we look at the Code's recommended ethical standards for Notary journals.
![WWYD Answers: The case of the absent friend](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Absent-friend-V2-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on November 10, 2020
Last week, we asked readers what they would do if a close friend asked them to notarize the friend's signature without the friend present. This week, we share your answers.