Notary Blog
Expert guides, tips, and advice for notaries public.
How to Notarize a Letter
Whether you are a newly commissioned notary public or a seasoned professional looking for a refresher, knowing how to properly notarize a letter is a foundation
How to Notarize a Power of Attorney
Learning how to properly execute a power of attorney notarization is one of the most critical skills you can develop as a notary public. Because a Power of Atto
How to Notarize a Signature: A Step-by-Step Guide
Learning how to notarize a signature properly is the single most important skill you will develop as a notary public. Whether you are freshly commissioned and p
How to Notarize a Will
When someone asks you to act as a notary for a will, it’s completely normal to feel a slight sense of hesitation. Unlike notarizing a standard power of attorney
How to Obtain an Apostille in Your State
How to get an apostille for notarized documents in every US state. Complete guide with processing times, fees, and where to submit your request.
How to Perform a Remote Online Notarization (RON)
The way business is conducted has changed dramatically over the last few years, and the notary industry is no exception. If you are looking to modernize your pr
How to Handle Difficult Clients and Refuse a Notarization
When and how to refuse a notarization legally. Covers incomplete documents, unwilling signers, coercion, and how to document a refusal in your journal.
How to Renew Your Notary Commission Without Lapsing
Let’s talk about the single most expensive mistake you can make as a professional notary public: letting your commission lapse.
LLC vs. Sole Proprietor for Notaries: Which Business Entity Is Right?
Deciding how to structure your notary business is one of the first major crossroads you will face as a mobile notary or Notary Signing Agent (NSA). You have lik
How to Specialize in Immigration Notarizations
If you are looking for a way to stand out in the increasingly crowded notary public market, specializing as an immigration notary might be the perfect career mo
How to Spot and Prevent Notary Fraud
How to spot and prevent notary fraud. Learn to identify fake IDs, coerced signatures, backdated documents, and other red flags every notary must know.
How to Start a Mobile Notary Business
If you've been looking for a flexible career with relatively low startup costs, learning how to start a mobile notary business might be the perfect move. In 202