By
David Thun
Some states have introduced a type of notarization known as “signature witnessing.” Here’s what makes it different from a traditional acknowledgment.
By
Gail R. Delaney
Many states strictly regulate how immigration service providers can advertise, especially in other languages. Here's what Immigration Forms Specialists need to know about ads.
By
David Thun
In 2018 a wide variety of new Notary laws and administrative rules raising Notary fees, creating new journal requirements, adding testing and training guidelines, and more take effect.
By
NNA Staff
North Carolina is the first state in the nation to establish a statewide eClosing program. Secretary of State Elaine Marshall discusses the program and its future.
By
Michael Closen
Notary law expert Michael Closen discusses the investigation of possible Notary errors in a confidentiality agreement allegedly made between Stormy Daniels and President Donald Trump.
By
Michael Lewis
With millions of immigrants seeking assistance with their status, it can be a challenge finding the right help. Here are three resources for legitimate and effective assistance to immigrants.
By
Michael Lewis
Demand for mobile Notary services is growing ... but customers want services other than just loan signings. Learn more about how these new trends are changing the way self-employed Notaries do business.
By
David Thun
The NNA’s new online course “How To Prepare Immigration Forms” provides helpful training for those looking to provide immigration forms services and resources for visa and citizenship applicants.
By
Gail R. Delaney
They say necessity is the mother of invention, but in the case of Clara Shortridge Foltz, a mother’s necessity paved the way to many firsts for women — including becoming California’s first woman Notary — that have since molded our nation and our justice system.
By
NNA Staff
The National Association of Secretaries of State adopted a set of standards for webcam notarization last month.