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You may not be aware but changes to Kansas' notary statutes will take effect January 1, 2022. These changes affect many aspects of notary public law, including record book (journal) requirement, increase in the bond amount, establishing acceptable

While the holidays are meant to be merry and bright, traveling during the holidays can sometimes be less than cheerful. As a notary, you may have the extra anxiety of making sure your

For a Notary to gain a foothold in the vast field of Notary Signing Agent, it is essential they understand and adhere to industry standards and best practices.

This is one of the most common questions asked by newly commissioned Notaries Public! The uncertainty occurs when a Notary is presented with a document that clearly originated in another state, or appears to concern

Most Notaries Public understand how important it is to keep their Notary tools safe and secure. But, in the event of tragedy, do enough Notaries plan for the protection and security of these priceless tools?

According to a survey issued by a prominent national land title* company, a significant majority of consumers whose recent home closings were completed using remote online notarization technology called the process.... 

A recent name change got you worried? Don’t stress, we’ve

For many new notaries, receiving a notary commission is a joyous occasion. Be aware that although you may want to celebrate by sharing a photograph of your notary certificate or stamp impression online, you should refrain from it in order to minimize

Question:  Didn’t Florida’s Supreme Court issue an Administrative Order allowing all Florida Notaries to perform remote online notarizations without being registered as an Online Notary, and is that order still in effect? 

The legal requirements for identifying a person appearing for a notarial act vary by state, so the answer is determined....

Interesting question, and the answer is...

Many notaries overlook the responsibility of reporting commission information change.

Be honest, do you often check your state's Notary Public resources to confirm that you're notarizing in accordance with the laws and administrative rules that govern you?

Do you check your state's notary public resources on a frequent basis to ensure that you're notarizing in accordance with the laws and administrative rules that govern you?

Tell the truth… do YOU regularly review your state’s notary public resources to assure yourself that you are notarizing in compliance with the laws and administrative rules that govern you?

Governor Bill Lee has just signed Senate Bill 509, which...

Good advice bears repeating. Great advice deserves prompt action! Here is some of the best

As a commissioned or appointed notary public of your state, you own a lot of personal and professional responsibility every time you perform a notarial act.

One test of

“Notaries witness signatures.”

That’s the

Certain core notarial permissions are uniform across all states, for example the authority of a