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How To Start A Notary Business

5 Easy Steps To Starting A Notary Business

Are you ready to start earning real money as a notary? It is possible!  Many people have found freedom in being able to work for themselves as a mobile notary public.  There are certain steps you do need to take  so that you will have a successful notary business.

1. Become A Notary

Each state has its own requirements to become a notary. You can select your state on this page to discover yours. However, there are several steps that remain universal: Receive proper training:  It is so very important to educate yourself on how to execute the role of notary public properly. Training will allow you to excel in your role and...

February 1, 2017By Loan Signing Agent, Notary Business, Notary Public, Training, , , , , , , , 6 CommentsRead more...
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Can I Notarize A Document For My Family

Can I Notarize A Document For My...

 

Who can I notarize a document for? My Spouse? My Child? My Great Aunt's 2nd Cousin Twice Removed?

  As a notary you will find yourself being asked to help friends and family with their notarial needs. But how do you know who you can notarize a document for and who you cannot?   The question to be asking is not "Can I notarize a document for my family members?" but instead "In what circumstances should I NOT notarize a document?" In general, it is not illegal to notarize something for a family member, including your spouse or children. However, many states have statutes that make it illegal to notarize documents in which you will benefit.   More...

January 3, 2017By Notarial Law, Notary Public, , , 4 CommentsRead more...

New Laws for California Notaries 2017

New California Notary Laws

Effective January 1, 2017, notaries in California will have a few new notary laws to consider while performing their day-to-day notary duties.  The following are the new laws that have been updated: Acceptable forms of ID Maximum Fees Allowed Acceptable Delivery Methods & Notary ID  

Acceptable Forms of ID

Assembly Bill 2566, in conjunction with Senate Bill 997 amends Civil Code Section 1185, making the following changes: Foreign passports are no longer required to have a current visa stamp from USCIS or DHS. A valid consular identification card issued by a consulate from the applicant's country of citizenship now acceptable. An ID card issued by a federally recognized tribal government is now acceptable. (more…)

December 15, 2016By California, New Laws, News, Notarial Law, Training, 4 CommentsRead more...