Notary Tidbit
Beware of third-party websites when ordering official government documents
Ordering official government documents online can be a convenient way to get the things you need, but it is important to be aware of the risks involved. Third-party websites that offer to help you order these documents can charge you extra money and even steal your personal information.
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The Importance of Demanding Personal Appearance
As a notary in Pennsylvania, one of the most important things you can do as a notary is to demand personal appearance of your customers. At PAN, we consider it the “Golden Rule” for being a notary.
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My PearsonVUE “OnVUE” Online Notary Exam Experience
As one of the Instructors at PAN, I think it is important to understand the process and steps our members take to schedule PearsonVUE’s online exam “OnVUE.” So, I decided to let my commission expire, and take the exam online to share my experience firsthand with you.
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When do I start using my new notary stamp when I am renewing my notary commission?
When you are in the process of renewing your notary commission, it is important to know when you can start using your new official stamp.
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Notarizing a Signature By Mark in Pennsylvania
A signature by mark is an alternative to writing a full signature. In this article, we discuss what we suggest is best when notarizing a signature by mark.
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What to Do When There's No Notary Wording
More often than not, customers do not know what type of notarization they need. If the document doesn’t have the proper notary wording to indicate what act to perform, your customer has to choose a notarial act to be performed. But how can they choose if they don’t understand?
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New Year Notary Review
As 2022 approaches, it is time to review some of the most important rules a notary must follow! No matter how long you have been a commissioned notary, it is good to refresh your knowledge of the basics each year.
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Assessing the Competency and Willingness of the Signer
RULONA specifically authorizes notaries to refuse to perform notarial acts when certain conditions are not met. For example, a notary may refuse to notarize based on the notary's evaluation of the signer's competency and willingness to sign the record.
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Tips for Mobile Notaries
In current times, almost anything can be done from the comfort of your own home, even notarizations. A mobile notary can travel from location to location to perform notarizations upon request.
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What is it like becoming a notary through PAN?
Many new members may wonder: what is it like to become a notary public in Pennsylvania as a PAN member? PAN employee and member Angel Dulick describes her experience.
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A Refresher on Customers' Signatures
Ways to handle notarizations' signature component properly when a disabled customer appears before you.
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Things to Remember as a Notary
A quick review of some simple things all notaries must remember and abide by.
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Did Your Commission Expire in the Middle of the Application Process?
What to do if your notary commission expires in the middle of the application process.
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Finish the Commissioning Process
If you do not finish the commission process which includes taking the oath of office, recording your bond and registering your signature, you cannot notarize.
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Notary Tidbits
A listing of snippets of notary information.
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