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How to Properly Store and Destroy Notary Journals
Your notary journal is arguably the most important tool in your professional arsenal. It is the definitive, contemporaneous record of every notarization you per
How to Use a Notary Journal Correctly
If there is one tool that separates a professional notary public from an amateur, it is a properly maintained notary journal. While your official notary seal au
How to Write a Notary Business Plan
Starting a notary business feels exciting right up until you realize that being a great notary public and running a successful notary business are two entirely
Jail and Prison Notarizations: Rules and Procedures
Notarizing documents for inmates is one of the most complex assignments a notary public can accept. When you step into a correctional facility, you leave the pr
Mobile Notary Fees: How Much to Charge in 2026
If you're thinking about becoming a mobile notary, or you've recently received your commission and are staring at a blank pricing sheet, you've probably asked y
Notarizing for Family Members: State-by-State Rules
It is one of the most common questions notaries public hear: "Can you just sign this for me real quick?" And when that question comes from a spouse, a parent, o
Notarizing for the Blind or Visually Impaired
As a notary public, you serve as an impartial witness and a gatekeeper against fraud. But what happens when the signer standing in front of you cannot see the d
Notary Acknowledgment vs. Jurat: What's the Difference?
If you have been a notary public for more than a week, you have likely encountered a signer who slides a document across the table and simply says, "Just notari
Notary Best Practices: How to Avoid Revocation
Becoming a notary public is a meaningful professional achievement, but it also carries significant legal responsibility. You act as an official agent of the sta
Notary Business Insurance: Do You Need E&O Coverage?
If you're building a notary business, you've probably asked yourself whether paying for an annual insurance policy is truly necessary. After all, you took a sta
Notary Signature by Proxy: Can Someone Else Sign for the Notary?
If you work in a busy office, work as a signing agent, or manage a team of notaries, you've likely encountered a moment of logistical frustration: a document ne
Notary Signing Agent Academy vs Loan Signing System: Which Course Is Right for You?
Notary Signing Agent Academy vs Loan Signing System: detailed comparison of pricing, curriculum, support, and which course is right for your career.