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Can a Notary Change a Document’s Date?
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- Published: September 2, 2024
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The quick answer is "No!" But there's more to explore about this frequently asked question.
I Just Received My First Notary Commission… Now What?
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- Published: August 26, 2024
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So, you’ve just become a notary for the first time. Now what?
What to Do When Names Don’t Match on the ID and Document
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- Published: August 12, 2024
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When identifying a principal signer, a notary may find that the name on the principal’s identification credential doesn’t exactly match how their name appears on the document presented for notarization. Notaries can possibly resolve these types of name discrepancies, if their state notary laws and/or rules don’t prevent them from employing these strategies.
Can I Notarize a Document in a Language I Don’t Understand?
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- Published: August 19, 2024
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Yes, notaries… it’s possible to safely perform a notarization involving a document written in an unfamiliar language, but you must carefully assess the circumstances and proceed with care.
The Loose Notary Certificate Guide: What Is It and How To Use It
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- Published: August 5, 2024
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Do you know what a loose notary certificate is and how to use one?
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