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Why Notary Training Is Crucial
There are a number of states that don't require any type of formal training to become a Notary Public. Texas is one of those states, and so is New Mexico. I have been asked during appointments, What does it take to become a Texas notary public? I have gotten to the point where I am almost embarrassed to answer this question. As notaries, we play such a vital role in the communities that we serve, it's hard to believe that there are no training requirements for some states.
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Protect Yourself: Report Stolen Notary Seals!
Have you recently left a job and had your seal or journal held back by your employer? Have you noticed that one or more of your seals is missing? If so, take immediate action to protect yourself.
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A Notary Signature is Essential on All Notarized Documents
The most critical of the five notary-specific elements on a notarized document is the notary signature. The lack of a notary signature is fatal to the notarization. It is essential that the notary always signs every notarial certificate that he or she notarizes. By signing the notary certificate, a notary is verifying that the venue, notary commission expiration date, and the notary certificate are true and correct.
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Maintaining Your Notary Commission
Notary Best Practices
Steps to a Proper Notarization
What Does a Notary Do?
The Importance of Including Your Notary's Commission Expiration Date on Notarized Documents
A notarial certificate indicates what actions the document's preparer wants the notary to perform. The venue states that the notarization took place in a particular location that lies within the jurisdiction of the notary public. The presence of a notary commission expiration date shows that the document was notarized at a time when the notary held authority to notarize.
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Maintaining Your Notary Commission
Notary Commission
Steps to a Proper Notarization
What Does a Notary Do?
The Notary Commission Belongs to the Notary
Becoming a notary public is a noteworthy undertaking; there are many reasons why a person may apply for a notary commission. Some apply for a notary commission to broaden their professional credentials and skills for employment. Others become notaries at the request of an employer or as a service to their business clients. Law firms, shipping centers, banks, and post offices are a few of the many types of businesses that have notaries on staff.
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How to Handle Lost or Stolen Notary Supplies
Notaries are responsible for safeguarding their notary supplies and protecting them from fraudulent use.
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Understanding the Importance of Your Notary Commission Name
Once you have received your notary commission from the state, you are ready to embark on your new career as a notary public.
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Maintaining Your Notary Commission
Notary Commission
Notary Laws
Notary Supplies
Steps to a Proper Notarization
Employed Notaries - Your Notary Supplies Belong to the Notary
An employee notary is a notary who obtained a commission at the request of his or her employer. Perhaps your company transacts with clients, such as banks or insurance companies, that must have documents notarized on a regular basis.
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The American Association of Notaries
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