By
David Thun
Signing agents have asked many questions about the annual background check prescribed by the Signing Professionals Workgroup. Christopher Ballas, CEO of Backgrounds Online, answers questions about screenings and clears up some common misconceptions.
By
David Thun
There are only a few more days left to submit nominations for Notary of the Year 2014, so be sure to send in yours by Dec. 31.
By
David Thun
There are only 12 more days to submit your nomination for the 2014 Notary of the Year. Be sure to nominate any deserving Notary you know by December 31.
By
Kelle Clarke
The foreclosure crisis may finally be nearing its end. According to the latest report from RealtyTrac, foreclosure proceedings dropped dramatically in November, representing a 32 percent decrease from 2012 and the lowest number since December 2005.
By
Kelle Clarke
A customer comes to you for a notarization, and he is a bit anxious. The two of you begin to go through the stack of well-organized paperwork, until you come across a promissory note that is missing important information.
By
Moses Keshishian
On behalf of everyone at the NNA, we wish you Happy Holidays!
By
Kelle Clarke
I have been asked to notarize three different types of documents, all for the same signer. Do I need to create three separate journal entries, or can I simply list all three document types in the appropriate journal column?
By
Bill Anderson
Bill Anderson, Vice President of Legislative Affairs for the National Notary Association, spoke with Notaries and answered questions about the new SPW Standards December 7 at Indiana Notary Public Day.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated February 18, 2025
Notary entrepreneurs must find creative ways to leave a lasting impression.
By
David Thun
For Danielle Finger of San Francisco, California, life is a juggling act. In addition to working as a full-time paralegal, she has maintained a career as a Notary Public, taking on loan signing assignments since 2003.