By
David Thun, Updated June 9, 2025
Most states either require or recommend that you keep a record of your notarizations. But what information goes in a journal entry? Here’s what you need to know.
By
David Thun
Pennsylvania has announced a major update to its Notary laws. But how will these rules affect you? Here are five important changes Pennsylvania Notaries need to know about.
By
David Thun
Expanded notary education, higher fees and webcam notarizations have emerged as key trends among state legislatures and regulators this year. Here’s a look at some of the notable bills currently under consideration.
By
David Thun, Updated January 27, 2025
California has some of the strictest ID laws in the nation for notarizations. Here are 3 important rules CA Notaries must follow when dealing with signers.
By
NNA Staff
If a Notary certificate lacks required wording, what is the best way to complete the notarization? The NNA Hotline Team offers suggestions.
By
David Thun
If a signer asked you for a jurat, would you know how to do it the right way? Take our quiz and find out.
By
David Thun
If you’re worried someone may be trying to fool you with a fake ID, you can use a system adopted by many bartenders to spot counterfeits called “F.E.A.R.”
By
Michael Lewis
What would you do if a customer asked you to notarize his absent boss' signature while the boss is out of town? Here's our readers' answers and the NNA's recommendations.
By
Kelly Rush, Updated December 9, 2024
If loan documents need to be signed by signers in different locations, follow these tips to make sure the signing goes as planned.
By
Michael Lewis
A client asks you to notarize an absent boss' signature, insisting that it's OK because he was there to witness the signing. How would you handle this?