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The Latest Identity Theft Threat: Photocopiers   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
In recent years, we have been bombarded with advice on how to protect ourselves from identity theft — shred documents, guard your Social Security number, don’t click on dubious Internet advertising. Now, we can add to that the advice to be vigilant about the information you photocopy. .. Read More
Beware — Phony ‘Notario’ Ranks On The Rise   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
The number of undocumented immigrants living in the United States dropped sharply in 2009. But with an estimated 10.75 million unauthorized foreign residents throughout the country, immigration issues remain a hot-button topic — both with state governments and for Notaries... Read More
Notaries Coming Under Law Enforcement Scrutiny   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
Law enforcement authorities across the country are cracking down on mortgage fraud, and in many cases, targeting dishonest Notaries — demonstrating yet again why adherence to ethics and high professional standards is crucial to successful work and avoiding entanglement in legal problems... Read More
ePrescriptions Hint At New ID Vetting Opportunities   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
A new federal rule permitting doctors to issue prescriptions electronically — called ePrescribing — eventually could emerge as a new business opportunity for Notaries trained as Trusted Enrollment Agents™ (TEAs). .. Read More
eNotarization Gains Traction Across America And Globe   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
Government agencies and private industry — both in the United States and abroad — continue one by one to embrace electronic notarization and authentication, evidence that the day is fast approaching when completely paperless transactions are as routine as signing your name. The NNA is keeping pace with the growth of this technology, providing resources and guidance to help you learn about these new tools for Notaries... Read More
Attorneys Must Properly ID Their Clients   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
Notaries working for law firms are often directed to perform official acts without requiring personal appearance or satisfactory evidence of identity, causing friction in the workplace. But a legal case, now making its way through a U.S. District Court, could put new pressure on attorneys to properly verify the identities of their clients — potentially reducing clashes between Notaries and their bosses. .. Read More
Elderly Signers Most Often At Risk From Family   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
All too often, elderly persons are preyed upon by the people they least expect — relatives and immediate family members. But Notaries can play a key role in preventing these situations by properly screening elderly signers for willingness and awareness, and by keeping a watchful eye for other telltale warning signs... Read More
ID Requirements Getting A Shot In The Arm   NNA Member Content
September 8, 2010
Arizona recently became the latest state to clarify its definition of what constitutes satisfactory evidence of identification, strengthening the ability of Notaries to combat fraud. .. Read More
‘Sovereign Citizens’ Pose Perplexing Notarial Requests   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
Notaries and government officials across the nation are reporting a sharp increase in the number of requests for protests and other uncommon and unauthorized acts. The increase is due to efforts on the part of certain people to get out of paying taxes, mortgages and other debts and to assert immunity from government authority... Read More
Volunteer Your Services To Help Your Community   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
As public servants, many Notaries are eager to volunteer their time to help the needy or contribute to their community. Many people need a Notary, and sometimes they can’t afford it, so being available to help can really be a benefit to your local citizens... Read More
States Tighten Rules On Protecting Client Data   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
A growing number of states have enacted strict data protection laws applying to Notaries and anyone else who handles clients’ sensitive personal information... Read More
Home Sales Begin Climb To Recovery   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
The housing sector is showing signs of awakening, marking an increase in opportunities for Notaries and Notary Signing Agents in the real estate sector... Read More
Anti-Fraud Measure Invalidates Puerto Rico Birth Certificates   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
Effective July 1, all Puerto Rican birth certificates will be invalidated as part of a sweeping move by the U.S. commonwealth to combat fraud. That means the 4.1 million people of Puerto Rican descent in the U.S. will need new proofs of birth and may approach Notaries to assist them in obtaining such documentation. Federal and Puerto Rican officials warn there will be a wave of attempts to commit fraud amid the confusion, as Puerto Rican birth certificates are in high demand on the black market for those seeking to obtain unlawful passports, driver’s licenses and other government benefits. People born in Puerto Rico are natural born citizens of the United States. .. Read More
Mortgage Fraud Down, But Not Out   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
While Notaries cannot prevent many fraudulent activities, criminals often try to hide their culpability with some type of identity fraud. By applying the highest standards of care when notarizing loan documents — properly identifying every signer every time — Notaries will be able to prevent many fraudulent transactions... Read More
Tablet Computers Evaluated As Mobile Productivity Tools   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
Early technology adopters are now taking a hard look at tablet computing devices, which have been deemed revolutionary for watching movies, reading books and viewing Web sites. But the jury is still out on how valuable they are for mobile Notaries and other professionals on the go, who today rely upon laptops and smart phones. .. Read More
Lapses In Ethics, Best Practices Can Cost You   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
Some careless Notaries dismiss ethics and best practices as a shortcut or because they are pressured to do so. This may seem harmless at the time of notarization, but it can cost a Notary their commission — and potentially much more... Read More
By The Numbers   NNA Member Content
July 7, 2010
A Call For More Education For Notaries — And Employers   NNA Member Content
May 5, 2010
America’s Notaries are paying attention to the growing calls for greater professionalism and accountability and realizing the need to do something about it, according to a recent National Notary Association poll... Read More
State Notary Regulators Targeting Misconduct   NNA Member Content
May 5, 2010
Across the country, regulators are scrutinizing Notary misconduct more closely and sending a message that commission holders will be expected to follow the highest standards of professionalism and care or they could face disciplinary or even legal action... Read More
Chambers Connect Notaries To Their Communities   NNA Member Content
May 5, 2010
Just about every community has a Chamber of Commerce which offers an array of services and opportunities for businesses, and they can be a good networking and business resource for Notary entrepreneurs... Read More

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