By
Kelle Clarke
on November 27, 2013
A borrower from Pennsylvania came to New York to notarize documents related to a property located in Pennsylvania. The title company told me New York acknowledgment wording is unacceptable and won't be recorded. What should I do?
By
NNA Staff
on November 25, 2013
Chris Sturdivant, Director of Business Development for the National Notary Association, spoke with Notaries in Maryland about the new standards for mortgage signings, the creation of the Signing Professionals Workgroup, the future Certified Signing Specialist designation, and answered several questions from the audience.
By
Michael Lewis
on November 21, 2013
Rising home prices and mortgage interest rates have pushed housing affordability to its lowest level in five years, according to the National Association of Home Builders.
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 21, 2013
Should I perform or reject a deed of trust notarization where the judicial district is blank?
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 21, 2013
As the Philippines struggle to recover from the devastation of Typhoon Haiyan, the National Notary Foundation is reaching out to Notaries nationwide to come to the survivors’ aid by donating to its “Notaries for the Philippines” Relief Fund.
By
David Thun
on November 21, 2013
The deadline to submit your nomination for the 2014 Notary of the Year is approaching. If you know a deserving Notary, be sure to nominate them for consideration by December 31.
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 21, 2013
Notaries often get calls requesting last minute notarizations. In this case, the signer is a nervous-sounding bride-to-be who requires your assistance. You agree to meet her and her fiancé at a nearby coffee shop.
By
Kat Garcia
on November 21, 2013
Many Notaries have asked for more details about the Signing Professionals Workgroup. Here’s a brief look at the different SPW committees and what they do.
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 14, 2013
A company keeps sending me notarization appointment emails but I’m wondering if it's a real company. If I supply the information I have, can you please check to see if it's a reputable company?
By
Kelle Clarke
on November 14, 2013
Home offices are a great option for highly motivated Notary entrepreneurs. Ensure your work space is efficient and successful.