By
David Thun
Can you notarize a document transferring child custody? Learn more in the National Notary Association’s Hotline Tip of the week!
By
Kelle Clarke
NotaryGadget creator Steve Bjorkman is offering a free trial of the software asking Notaries to rate the product and explain what you liked, what you didn’t, and what changes or improvements you would make.
By
David Thun
Lack of Notary training or proper understanding of state Notary laws can result in mistakes that cause major difficulties for signers in any field.
By
David Thun
I am a new Notary and work in a hospital. I work closely with our newborn nursery staff, and we often have adoption papers that must be notarized. Am I allowed to notarize these?
By
David Thun
Sometimes the name on a signer’s identification doesn’t exactly match the name on the document being signed. If you encounter a name discrepancy between an ID and a name on a document, here are some options.
By
Kelle Clarke
When it comes to affordable advertising, your local Craigslist site has the potential to give you plenty of bang for your buck.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated May 19, 2025
With the growth of remote employees working away from the office, many Notaries are being approached to perform I-9 verifications for their employers.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated January 6, 2025
These experts’ tips can help you build your brand, grow your business, and achieve new levels of success.
By
David Thun, Updated June 2, 2025
Notaries often encounter confusing scenarios with certificate wording. To help you through this process, we’ve compiled answers to commonly asked questions.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated June 16, 2025
You’ve just received your Notary commission. Now what should you do for your first notarization? Get started with helpful tips from the National Notary Association.