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NNA Staff
A Notary asks if writing the county where the notarization takes place is required. The NNA Notary Hotline answers your questions.
By
Michael Lewis
We ask readers how NSAs should handle a request for a prohibited act from a company during a loan signing.
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Vanessa Terry, Guest Contributor
Guest contributor Vanessa Terry discusses the 3 tiers of Notary assignments that make a business successful.
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NNA Staff
A Notary asks what steps should be taken if the word "SEAL" appears next to a signer's name on a loan document. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
By
David Thun
Follow these tips to ensure your notarizations go smoothly with no errors.
By
Kelly Rush, Updated May 11, 2026
Learn whether a sole proprietorship, LLC, or corporation is best for your Notary business. Compare liability protection, taxes, startup costs, and legal considerations for mobile Notaries and Signing Agents.
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NNA Staff
A Notary asks if they can officiate a same-sex marriage ceremony. The NNA Notary Hotline answers your questions.
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NNA Staff
First American Mortgage Solutions is looking for qualified, professional Notary Signing Agents to join its network of independent providers.
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NNA Staff
A Notary asks if certifying a Vehicle Identification Number using remote online notarization is allowed. The NNA Notary Hotline has the answer.
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David Thun, Updated October 6, 2025
This guide explains the different kinds of "witnesses" and "witnessing" encountered during a notarization.