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Notary Professional
How To Stay Working In A Down Economy
November 2, 2009
Despite today’s lean real estate market, Notary Signing Agents (NSAs) can still thrive. Luck, good timing and the continuing economic recovery may help, but the secret of today’s successful NSA is sticking to the “New Standard of Care.”.. Read More
When Your Notary Records Are Taken As Evidence
November 2, 2009
Because it’s filled with a plethora of evidence — including signatures, ID card numbers and (potentially) thumbprints — a Notary’s journal is a powerful investigative tool for law enforcement. And this could mean that an investigator will need to take your entire book — not just a photocopied entry — as evidence for an investigation... Read More
Employers May Be Liable for the Misconduct Of Their Notaries
November 2, 2009
A recent decision by the Illinois Appellate Court might have national implications for employers who have employees acting as Notaries on their behalf. In Vancura v. Katris, the key issue was whether Kinko’s was directly liable for damages resulting from its Notary employee’s notarization of a forged signature on a mortgage assignment. The court had to decide whether Kinko’s was negligent in preventing the Notary employee’s misconduct... Read More
Without A Signing Agent, The Consumer Loses
October 1, 2009
A friend of mine and his wife recently refinanced their home loan. In what could be a sign of good things to come, he lowered his interest rate to 4.5 percent on a completely fixed rate loan. Rates like this will undoubtedly spur demand for refinancing and, with it, more jobs for Signing Agents... Read More
Notaries Strike Innovative Chord
October 1, 2009
FLORIDA — Surviving in today’s market takes a commitment to excellence, outstanding customer service and adherence to notarial best practices. And as two Tampa-area Notaries have demonstrated with their marriage businesses, a healthy dose of innovation helps you stand out from the competition... Read More
Customer Outreach Crucial To Growing Business
October 1, 2009
Reaching new clients and staying in touch with established ones is the lifeblood of every Notary Signing Agent’s business. Because NSAs conduct their business face-to-face, cultivating personal relationships is a powerful way to build a network of clients and referral sources. .. Read More
One Hand Washing The Other Is Good For Business
August 5, 2009
When Notary Signing Agent Haley Powers is out of time, a client in need isn’t out of luck... Read More
Iowa Restricts IDs for Driver’s License Applications
August 5, 2009
Citing security concerns, Iowa’s Department of Transportation (DOT) recently announced it will no longer accept out-of-state licenses to verify the identity of driver’s license applicants, effective August 5... Read More
Bilingual Skills Pay Off
June 4, 2009
Getting an edge in today’s market means finding that extra something you can bring to the table. For NSA George Macias of Sacramento, California, it is his fluency with Spanish... Read More
‘E&O’ Spells Protection
June 4, 2009
In today’s atmosphere of increased scrutiny and accountability, Notaries may feel overwhelmed and precariously exposed. There’s no need to because there’s a shield that you can use to protect yourself from liability. Errors and omissions (E&O) insurance protects Notaries from honest mistakes they make while performing their duties... Read More
Things To Do At Bally’s During Conference
May 6, 2009
Conference 2009 is taking place in one of the most exciting cities in the nation, Las Vegas. And the heart of Las Vegas is the hotel and casino hosting Conference, Bally’s. Whether attendees want to experience the nightlife, sample fine cuisine, take in a stage show or simply relax, Bally’s offers a variety of activities to suit every taste... Read More
Dealing Diplomatically With Fingerprint Concerns
May 5, 2009
A thumbprint or fingerprint is one of the most effective tools used to identify a signer — which is why it is an integral part of many Notaries’ journal records. But some signers, fearing for their privacy, balk at leaving a print in a Notary’s journal... Read More
NNA Offers Special ‘Conference Economic Stimulus Package’
April 17, 2009
To help a nation of hard-working Notaries bolster their careers in these tough economic times, the NNA is pleased to offer a special “Conference 2009 Economic Stimulus Package,” in which full Conference registrants get a choice of a free night’s stay at Bally’s Las Vegas, or a free guest pass to the NNA’s gala Welcome Reception. Added to the early-bird discount, which has been extended to May, you’ll save up to $217... Read More
Recent Notary Case Shines Spotlight On Employer Liability
April 17, 2009
Liability concerns are mounting at every step of the real estate process, as the plaintiffs bar grows increasingly canny at picking apart deals gone sour in search of the responsible party... Read More
Introducing 'The Notary Professional'
March 1, 2009
Welcome to The Notary Professional, the National Notary Association’s new eNewsletter for notary specialists. This publication combines all of the NNA’s Section newsletters — NSA Today, Immigration, Small Business, Legal Professionals and eNotarization — into a single, dynamic package that will be delivered to you each month by eMail. The Notary Professional now comes to you more frequently with up-to-date information, strategies, insights and intelligence to help build your success. .. Read More
E-Verify Expansion Good News For Third-Party Agents
February 26, 2009
Effective May 21, all federal contractors will be required to use the government’s E-Verify program to screen potential employees — and that’s good news for the Notaries who have signed up to work as E-Verify third-party screeners... Read More
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