By
Kelle Clarke, Updated February 2, 2026
Learn how Notaries assess signer awareness, when to refuse a notarization, and what state laws say about mental capacity and willingness to sign.
By
David Thun
UPDATED 6-18-15: The CFPB has granted the mortgage industry a “grace period” to fully implement the TILA-RESPA Integrated Disclosures rule. Learn how this affects NSAs.
By
Kelle Clarke
What would you do if asked to notarize a prisoner’s signature? Provide your feedback and learn what the National Notary recommends when a signer is in jail.
By
David Thun
The housing industry is predicted to see modest improvement this year—a development that would bring in new assignments for Notary signing agents.
By
Michael Lewis
Congratulations to LaQuita Gaskins of Kentucky, who was named the National Notary Association’s 2015 Notary of the Year! Read about LaQuita in the NNA Notary Bulletin.
By
David Thun
Notary signing agents will experience changes to the loan signing process in August 2015 with the introduction of a new Closing Disclosure form.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated May 13, 2025
One of the Notary’s primary responsibilities is to determine a person’s willingness to sign. Learn how to make the proper judgment with these tips.
By
David Thun
Test your knowledge of Notary safety practices by taking a short quiz from the National Notary Association.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated March 25, 2025
Administering an oath or affirmation is an important role of a Notary. Understand when and how to perform both types of declarations using the NNA’s guide.
By
NNA Staff
The New York Notary Public License Exam is one of the most rigorous Notary tests in the US. Find out how to prepare for and pass the NY Notary exam!