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Notary Blog

notarial duties

The Importance of Demanding Personal Appearance

by PAN
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. Read more
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General | Notary 101 | Notary Tidbit

When do I start using my new notary stamp when I am renewing my notary commission?

by PAN
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. Read more
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Notary 101 | Notary Tidbit | RULONA

New Year Notary Review

by PAN
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. Read more
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Notary 101 | Notary Tidbit

Five Simple Notarial Mistakes to Avoid

by PAN
In this article we describe five common mistakes that notaries made in 2020, so you can avoid them in 2021. Read more
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Disciplinary Actions | Education | General | RULONA

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