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Notary Tip: Unusual IDs — Acceptable Or Not?

By John Jacobson on July 12, 2019 - Here are tips to help you if a signer presents you with an unusual or unfamiliar ID during a notarization.

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How Do I Record A Credible Witness In My Notary Journal?

By NNA Staff on July 10, 2019 - A Notary asks how to record a credible witness in the Notary journal. The NNA Hotline Team has the answer.

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Saying 'No' Can Be A Good Thing For Notaries

By Michael Closen on July 10, 2019 - Turning down a signer's request is something all Notaries face at one time or another. Here's the right way to do so.

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Can I Accept A Signer ID With An Outdated Address?

By NNA Staff on July 03, 2019 - What do you do when a driver's license does not reflect a signer's current address? Ask the NNA Hotline Team.

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Can Notaries Accept A Learner’s Permit As Proof Of Identity?

By David Thun on July 01, 2019 - Can a Notary accept a learner’s permit for a student driver as proof of identity? The answer depends on state’s laws and the information on the permit.

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Notary Signing Agent Quiz: What’s Wrong With This Loan Signing?

By David Thun on July 01, 2019 - Notary Signing Agents need to always watch for clues that something is wrong during a loan document signing. Take our quiz to see if you can spot the problem in each of these 4 scenarios.

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What Is A Vital Record — And Can I Notarize It?

By David Thun on July 01, 2019 - Customers often ask Notaries to notarize birth certificates or marriage certificates — also known as vital records. However, these documents are restricted due to their special nature.

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Do I Need A Signer's Thumbprint For A Bond Acknowledgment?

By NNA Staff on June 26, 2019 - A Notary asks if a signer's thumbprint is required when taking an acknowledgment for a Payment and Performance Bond. The NNA Hotline Team answers.

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Signing Agent Tip: Credible Identifying Witnesses And Loan Signings

By David Thun on June 26, 2019 - Before using credible witnesses to verify a borrower’s identity at a loan signing, Signing Agents must be aware of the following facts.

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