![What name should a signature by proxy sign on a document?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on October 12, 2020
A Notary asks what name a third party directed to sign on a physically impaired signer's behalf should write. The NNA NotaryHotline answers your questions.
![Notarizing mail-in ballots: Preparing Notaries for the November 2020 election](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/vote-by-mail.jpg)
By
David Thun
on October 08, 2020
As the 2020 presidential election draws near, election officials are preparing for a massive surge in mail-in and absentee ballots — and in some states, voting by mail requires Notary services. Here’s what you need to know if you’re asked to notarize ballot-related items.
![Network and prospect to get more Notary Signing Agent assignments](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/branding-new-resized.jpg)
By
Kelly Rush
on September 30, 2020
Growing your Notary Signing Agent business can be challenging. This article and video will help you create a distinctive brand.
![Do title companies require Signing Agents to have set amounts of E&O insurance?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on September 29, 2020
A Notary Signing Agent asks if it is normal for title companies to require NSAs to carry set amounts of E&O coverage. The Notary Hotline answers your questions
![FAQ: Remote online notarization journals and recordings](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/KC-RON-Journal-Recordings-List.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 23, 2020
Remote online notarizations require additional recordkeeping, which often includes a separate electronic journal and audiovisual recordings.
![A guide to state vote-by-mail ballot notarization requirements](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/absentee-ballot-resized.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 21, 2020
As the November 2020 general election draws closer, Notaries are likely to get requests to notarize absentee or mail-in ballots. In these states, notarization plays an important part in the vote-by-mail process.
![Can I notarize a thumbprint signature?](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/New-Hotline-Resized3.jpg)
By
NNA Staff
on September 21, 2020
A Notary asks if notarizing a thumbprint in place of a written signature is acceptable. The NNA Notary Hotline Team answers the question.
![Guiding Principle V of The Notary Public Code of Professional Responsibility of 2020](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Jan-cover-image-1-resized.jpg)
By
Bill Anderson
on September 21, 2020
Part 5 of this series examines the concept of "reasonable care" and what it means for Notaries.
![Tips to grow your Notary business through community presence](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Tips-to-grow-your-Notary-business-through-community-presence-630x630.jpg)
By
Kelly Rush
on September 16, 2020
When it comes to growing your Notary business, every community offers a wide range of opportunities. As this video shows, the key is identifying those opportunities.
![Using a remote online notarization vendor vs. setting up your own RON system: 3 tips](https://www.nationalnotary.org/Image Library/NNA/Bulletin/Ron-vendor-vs-independent-r.jpg)
By
David Thun
on September 09, 2020
When starting remote online notarizations, there are usually two options: choosing a RON vendor or your own state-compliant setup. Here's what you need to know about both.