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When Can I Start Using My New Notary Stamp?
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- Published: June 5, 2023
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A question that frequently arises as notaries renew their commissions is when to begin using their new notary stamp. It is crucial to understand the appropriate time to start using the newly issued stamp during the renewal process.
Tips to Protect Your Notary Stamp and Journal
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- Published: May 31, 2023
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Taking the proper precautions to secure your notary stamp and record book (journal) will shield you and your clients from fraud and privacy invasion. We put together a few tips to keep your notary supplies safe.
May A Notary Correct Their Error or Omission on a Notarial Certificate?
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- Published: May 8, 2023
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It’s embarrassing, but it happens even to the most careful of Notaries: the Notary completes and signs a notarial certificate on a document, but later learns that they added incorrect information to the certificate, left out required information, or forgot to add their stamped or embossed seal. If you are later asked to correct an error or omission on a notarial certificate, here’s how you can proceed.
How to Handle Out-Of-State Documents
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- Published: May 15, 2023
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Notaries know they can perform notarizations within their jurisdiction, but occasionally they are presented with a document from another state that requires a notarization and are unsure if they can assist.
Happy 38th Anniversary, Notary Public Underwriters!
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- Published: May 4, 2023
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Notary Public Underwriters (NPU) is celebrating its 38th anniversary this year! It's hard to believe that it has been that long since the company was established.
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