Stories, tips & tricks, and learnings by a real California notary public with 20 years of experience.
Exploitation, Fraud & Greed  The number one job of a notary public is to ensure that critical documents are signed by the legitimate parties named in those documents through the checking of identification documents issued by governmental agencies and recording all notarization transactions in the notarial journal. Each of these steps is prescribed by the … Read more
Becoming a Notary Public in California requires passing a state-administered exam, which can be challenging if you’re not fully prepared. Taking a California Notary Practice Test is one of the best ways to ensure success. By familiarizing yourself with the exam format, testing your knowledge, and improving your confidence, a practice test increases your chances of passing … Read more
You arrive at your signing appointment and there is a lot of barking behind the door. What could go wrong? Mobile notaries visit not only offices but homes on a daily basis. Going to the customer where it is most convenient for their schedule is high priority in this business. For many people, pets are … Read more
That phone ringing could be a new client! Grab a pen! Scheduling notary appointments to meet with clients is very exciting. Having an organized scheduling system is crucial so that your day doesn’t turn into a circus act. Over the course of my 20-year notary career, I can tell you that the availability of notaries … Read more
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