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Obtaining your notary commission is a fantastic opportunity to earn extra income, or even launch your own business. Marketing, though, can be difficult when you're just starting out, as can finding your initial clients. Here are five tips to help you get started, and maintain success.
Should notaries use signature stamps? While it may seem convenient, opting for a wet-ink signature during notarization is crucial. Learn why using a signature stamp poses serious fraud risks.
Read more: Fighting Fraud: Why Notaries Should Avoid Using Signature Stamps
“But Notaries witness signatures, don’t they?”
Read more: “Signature Witnessing” – A “No” for Some States’ Notaries
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?
Read more: The Importance of a Notary’s “Personal Representative”
A legal action filed by an unhappy UPS customer has highlighted notarization fee-charging practices by notaries and by commercial businesses that employ them. To avoid potential fee disputes, we recommend that notaries everywhere follow these baseline fee-charging practices...