By
Phillip Browne, April 13, 2026
Fraud and forgery have turned refinance transactions into the mortgage industry's most dangerous minefield. The numbers are staggering — and the implications for every Notary Signing Agent in America are urgent.
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NNA Staff, August 28, 2026
A Texas Notary asks if it is OK to notarize a document that requires witness signatures if the witnesses are not present. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
By
Bill Anderson, August 28, 2026
Over the past quarter-century, technology changes and consumer demand have driven a massive increase in new state Notary laws to address these issues.
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NNA Staff, August 17, 2026
A Texas Notary asks if a new journal is required after changing the name on the commission. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
By
Bill Anderson, August 7, 2026
In our first article on “E&O Eye-Openers” we look at a case where a Notary was targeted by an unhappy son over his deceased mother’s will.
By
Brooke Merritt, August 6, 2026
The NNA briefed Notary officials from across the country on legislative trends, fraud concerns and policy issues at a July meeting in Rapid City, South Dakota.
By
Phillip Browne, July 30, 2026
We asked Notaries what steps you take when things go astray during a notarization. Here is what you said.
By
David Thun, July 27, 2026
Our August 2026 crossword theme is “Notary certificates.” Can you solve it? Let us know how you did in the comments section below.
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NNA Staff, July 20, 2026
A California Notary asks if a signer needs to include a title with their signature if it appears next to the name on real estate documents. The NNA Notary Hotline answers the question.
By
Laura Biewer, July 17, 2026
Expert Notary Laura Biewer explains what Notaries should do before and during a notarization to protect vulnerable signers.