By
David Thun
Lawmakers in the Lone Star State have introduced a bill that would require Notary commission applicants to complete a training course.
By
NNA Staff
If a group of Senators get their way, visitors to U.S. Post Offices may be able to get documents notarized and pick up a fishing license in addition to mailing packages and buying stamps.
By
NNA Staff
A client with an adult son has asked to get a medical Power of Attorney over him, as he suffers from nearly constant seizures. There are, however, questions about the man’s mental capacity. Am I able to notarize such a document in this case? If not, to whom should I refer my client?
By
Michael Lewis
2012 proved to be a strong year for the mortgage industry as lenders funded nearly 30 percent more in home loans than 2011, according to the latest U.S. Mortgage Market Index report.
By
Kelle Clarke, Updated March 25, 2025
Mobile Notary and veteran Signing Agent Laura Biewer has learned a number of marketing strategies that keep her phone ringing — and don’t take a bite out of her wallet.
By
NNA Staff
If a signer is having multiple documents notarized, can I simply draw a line in the journal and have him sign once for all of the documents?
By
David Thun
Bills introduced in two states this month would require Notaries Public to report financial abuse of older signers if signed into law.
By
Michael Lewis
In a recent case, a California appeals court has shut down a class-action by reaffirming the right of signing agents to charge fees for non-notarial services.
By
Kelle Clarke
Notaries and Notary Signing Agents continue to play a key role in helping to detect — and prevent — property fraud.
By
NNA Staff
My sister-in-law, who lives in Italy, is sending me a Power of Attorney to sign that is written in Italian and requires notarization. If I provide valid ID and the Notary knows me personally and understands the type of document I am signing, is it necessary for me to translate the document before she can notarize it?