By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
Many Notary Signing Agents and other professionals in the mortgage industry are reluctant to report mortgage-related fraud practices in the workplace, fearing for their jobs. However, a federal agency is now actively encouraging whistleblowers with a new online site to report dishonest practices.
By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
Vermont Secretary of State Jim Condos announced the launch of the first online resource dedicated to helping businesses protect themselves against identity theft. The website, www.BusinessIDTheft.org, was created by the Identity Theft Protection Association (ITPA) with support from the National Association of Secretaries of State (NASS).
By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
The New Jersey State Legislature is considering a bill requiring businesses to erase sensitive data stored on digital copy machines that are sold or otherwise change hands.
By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
The Russian legislature — the State Duma — is expected to enact a sweeping business reform bill later this month, and one of its key provisions is a requirement for all real estate transactions to be processed by Notaries.
By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
When notarizing for an elderly signer, be sure that they are aware of the contents of the documents and willing to sign them.
By
Carol Salter
on June 19, 2012
Emotion is not the first word that comes to mind when we think about the Notary process. However, it is something we need to be aware of and consider, especially in a healthcare setting.
By
NNA Staff
on June 19, 2012
More job-seeking healthcare professionals are turning to social media websites for job leads, networking opportunities, career-building activities, and to submit applications.
By
Daniel C. Lewis
on June 19, 2012
As a full-time Notary Signing Agent, I have been encountering assignments in recent months where the only ID the signer has is a Matricula Consular card. This has been particularly true for REO, or bank-owned, property sales. Because of the large inventory of bank-owned real estate in the current housing market, Notaries around the country may be having similar experiences.
By
David Thun
on June 14, 2012
Patricia Fry is a longtime member of the National Conference of Commissioners on Uniform State Laws (NCCUSL).
By
Kelle Clarke
on June 14, 2012
The next installment of the NNA’s “Commonly Asked Questions” webinar series launches June 29, and will focus on how to perform a “signature by mark” notarization. This webinar is offered at no charge to all Notaries.