By
Michael Lewis
We asked what a Notary should do if an ill signer dies before the certificate can be completed. Our Notary community offered many thoughtful responses.
By
Michael Lewis
Effective January 1, 2017, California Notaries will be able to accept valid matricula consular IDs and tribal identification cards as proof of identity.
By
David Thun
Beginning January 2017, the NNA is transitioning to a new, online-only proof of certification system for Notary Signing Agents to verify their credentials.
By
David Thun
Notary Signing Agents often ask: “Why do I need a separate background check if the state ran one when I became a Notary?” Read on to understand why.
By
Michael Lewis
What does a Notary do if the signer passes away during a notarization? We'd like to hear how you would handle this tough situation.
By
Daniel Lewis and Marcy Tiberio
You’re ready to start your new business as a Notary. But you’re not quite sure what comes next. Don’t worry — two successful, self-employed Notaries have valuable suggestions to help you get started.
By
David Thun
Requests to notarize birth certificates, marriage certificates and other public records can cause problems for Notaries. Know these important facts first.
By
David Thun, Updated October 4, 2024
There are times Notaries encounter someone who is physically unable to write their name. Here are ways to work around the physical impairment.
By
David Thun
Companies that hire Signing Agents can now automatically validate NSA credentials in real time through SigningAgent.com.
By
Kelly Rush
The Notary Bulletin recently spoke with two successful Notaries who shared their strategies for finding new lines of work and income.