By
Amanda Doumanian Reeves
on January 28, 2015
As mobile Notaries, we meet many people and travel to a lot of different locations but, safety is always a prime concern. While most people are nice and cooperative, every so often we run into a crazy person.
By
NNA Staff
on January 28, 2015
Is it against the law to ask a signer to surrender his or her driver’s license to a Notary Public?
By
Michael Lewis
on January 28, 2015
Imagine it’s a busy day at work when a man walks in needing a jurat for an affidavit. The man needs to sign the document in front of you, but there’s one problem: He has no hands.
By
David Thun
on January 22, 2015
The NNA Hotline has received a number of calls recently about a pilot program in Illinois requiring Notaries in the state to complete a “Notarial Record” when notarizing certain Cook County real estate documents. This guide will help Notaries in the Prairie State comply with this unusual requirement.
By
NNA Staff
on January 22, 2015
A customer recorded a video of her grandmother signing a document. Is showing me the video acceptable for a notarization?
By
David Thun
on January 21, 2015
With California’s Notary certificate changes taking effect earlier this month, businesses are asking how the new law will affect their documents. Here are answers to three common questions from businesses.
By
Michael Lewis
on January 21, 2015
A significant drop in mortgage interest rates has helped jumpstart refinance activity, which should mean more business for Notary signing agents in the coming months.
By
Kelle Clarke
on January 21, 2015
Throughout his 30-plus years as a Notary, Herbert Guinup has seen booms and busts, industry shifts, and more changes than he can count. Along the way he has picked up several tried-and-true strategies to ensure his career longevity.
By
David Thun
on January 15, 2015
To help you navigate the Notary training and education waters, below is an overview of some providers.
By
David Thun
on January 15, 2015
Florida became the 36th state to legalize same-sex marriage. Notaries may now officiate same-sex weddings within this state. Details in the NNA Bulletin.