By
Daniel Lewis
on October 20, 2016
Mobile Notaries around the country often ask what they can do to increase their income and make a decent living. The answer is finding general Notary work, and it’s easier than you think.
By
Cindy Medrano
on October 20, 2016
An acknowledgment is one of the most common types of notarial acts, but it often confuses Notaries. Here are 5 steps to performing an acknowledgment.
By
David Thun
on October 13, 2016
Can Notaries be commissioned in multiple states? Can you travel to another state to notarize? Test your knowledge of these and other cross-border issues by taking our quiz.
By
Michael Lewis
on October 06, 2016
We asked what a Notary should do if an ill signer dies before the certificate can be completed. Our Notary community offered many thoughtful responses.
By
Michael Lewis
on October 05, 2016
Effective January 1, 2017, California Notaries will be able to accept valid matricula consular IDs and tribal identification cards as proof of identity.
By
David Thun
on October 05, 2016
Beginning January 2017, the NNA is transitioning to a new, online-only proof of certification system for Notary Signing Agents to verify their credentials.
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.
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.
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.
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.