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The Notary Knowledge Center is a hub for both new and experienced Notaries as well as people who are considering becoming a Notary Public. In the sections below, you’ll find everything you need to know from becoming a Notary and performing notarizations, to Notary laws and other helpful resources.
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Definition of a United States Notary, what they do and why they're needed.
Step-by-step instructions and state requirements for anyone looking to become a Notary.
Aside from driver's licenses, there are other IDs and ways you can verify a signer's identity.
Find out how much you can charge for acknowledgments, jurats and other services.
Take these steps to renew your Notary commission before it expires.
Five reasons why you should pursue your Notary Public commission.
Your guide to all things Notary stamps/seals and embossers—from how to use one to cleaning tips.
Learn what a Notary Signing Agent is and why you should become an NSA.
Step-by-step guide to becoming a Notary Signing Agent, including eligibility and background screening requirements.
Everything you need to know about the required background screening and how it's scored.
Find if your state has certain restrictions that may affect your ability to handle loan signings.
Determine the borrower's rescission period.
Learn the benefits of taking a Notary Signing Agent training course.
Get free tips in this video and article. NNA Members get 15% off the full LSS course.
This overview for beginners explains in-person electronic notarization, how it differs from RON, and what states allow IPEN.
Walk through the steps to become an eNotary, review the requirements for your state, and prepare to provide IPEN services.
Adding IPEN to your services is a great way to branch out. Use this guide to see if IPEN is right for you and how to get started.
Get to know the different notarial tools needed to perform IPEN and the questions to ask to select the right IPEN system for you.
Understand the best practices for notarizing electronic documents, using digital certificates, and securing electronic journal entries.
Recorded at the NNA Conference in 2022, watch this live demonstration of EscrowTab’s IPEN system and learn why it’s beneficial for Notaries and signers.
EscrowTab co-founder Brendan Weiss shares the IPEN platform’s aim to improve the loan signing experience for Notaries and everyone involved.
Learn how a Remote Online Notary differs from a traditional Notary, where RON is allowed and how much Remote Notaries can make.
Step-by-step process of becoming a remote online Notary in your state, including eligibility and technology requirements.
General step-by-step description of the process to complete a remote online notarization.
Detailed comparison of the top remote notarization providers for Notaries.
Infographic that makes the differences between these types of notarizations clear and easy to understand.
Learn the difference between electronic seals, electronic signatures and digital certificates here.
The answer depends on your state's laws — and the technology platform being used to perform the notarization.
Want to know how much mobile Notaries and Signing Agents can earn in today’s industry? Here’s what we learned from surveys and interviews of Notaries nationwide.
Here are some important facts about copy certification all Notaries should know.
Notaries are often left to their own devices when trying to understand how to perform a proper notarization. Here are 5 steps to help you perform notarizations.
Knowing the difference between acknowledgments and jurats is vital for Notaries.
As a Notary, how do you stay impartial if the signer is your relative? Here are some helpful tips.
Learn about 4 illegal acts that Notaries should never do and the potential consequences they carry.
Many Notaries have asked if they can use their commissions in other states or countries. Find out where your commission is permitted.
A must-have for Notaries, the code provides ethical and professional best practices to guide Notaries through gaps in state law.
The latest changes to Notary laws and rules in the United States.
The legislation and rules currently being considered in the United States.
The current Notary laws and rules of every U.S. state and the District of Columbia.
A comprehensive outline of Notary laws and rules of every U.S. state and the District of Columbia.
Downloadable notarial certificates for every U.S. state and the District of Columbia.
Informative resources on key issues affecting Notaries and notarization.