By
David Thun
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.
By
Bill Soroka, Guest Contributor
If you want to become a Notary Signing Agent, here’s what you need to know about the startup costs.
By
Kat Garcia, Updated January 13, 2022
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.
By
David Thun
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.
By
David Thun
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.
By
David Thun
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.
By
David Thun
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.
By
NNA Staff
If a Notary certificate lacks required wording, what is the best way to complete the notarization? The NNA Hotline Team offers suggestions.
By
David Thun
If a signer asked you for a jurat, would you know how to do it the right way? Take our quiz and find out.
By
David Thun
If you’re worried someone may be trying to fool you with a fake ID, you can use a system adopted by many bartenders to spot counterfeits called “F.E.A.R.”