By
David Thun
Notary fraud is no joke, and AI fraud is even harder to spot. But the best defense is to always follow the rules of notarization.
By
Christian Lopez, December 19, 2025
When becoming a family caregiver — sometimes referred to as an “agent” in legal documents — loved ones find themselves at the center of an entirely new world with a deluge of responsibilities orbiting around them, including complex forms requiring notarization.
By
NNA Staff, December 17, 2025
A Notary asks if two certificates are required if more than one person signs a document. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, December 12, 2025
A New York Notary asks if a U.S. passport card is acceptable proof of identity for a signer. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, December 10, 2025
A Notary asks if they can advise signers about the witness requirements for a last will and testament. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, December 8, 2025
A reader from North Carolina asks if an affidavit can be used to correct a notarized document when the Notary also improperly served as a witness. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, December 1, 2025
An Indiana Notary asks if their state allows notarizing a "Certificate of Life" document for a foreign retirement benefit. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff
A Washington Notary asks if they can perform a notarization requested by an agency after a document was signed and delivered. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff
A Florida Notary asks about proper procedure if the Notary certificate venue on loan documents has been completed ahead of the notarization. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
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NNA Staff, November 7, 2025
A Colorado Notary asks if two stamps are needed when performing an acknowledgment. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.