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Completing the Notary certificate wording correctly is an important part of the notarization process and critical in establishing the trustworthiness of the notarial act. This article and video will show you the information you need to write in each part of the certificate wording, and common mistakes to avoid.
Read MoreA "Proof of Life" document or "Life Certificate" is a form used by foreign governments and institutions to qualify pensioners and other beneficiaries living abroad for financial benefits. These forms often include instructions that the document must be presented to a Notary, and sometimes ask the Notary to certify that the person named in the document is currently living.
Read MoreThe surety bond most states require Notaries to buy is designed to protect consumers, not the Notary. If someone files a claim against you, and a loss is paid out of your bond, your bond company will come after you to repay the amount of the loss and any legal costs. If you had a full loss on a $15,000 bond, for example, your total tab could run $20,000 or more.
Read MoreNot every state incorporates all of these security features in their driving and ID credentials. As noted above, the images coded into an ID document are usually unique to the state that issues it. It’s a good idea to stay up to date on the security features included in IDs issued by your state. For other states, having a reliable ID reference guide is essential for comparing a live ID to the credentials issued in that state.
Read MoreConsider this: Your business name is going to be used in a lot of places, from your business cards and website to your email address and possible street marquee. If your personal name is challenging to spell or pronounce, it could actually hinder you from getting calls.
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