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Legal Name vs. Assumed Name: What Every Notary and Signer Needs to Know

04.13.25 3:29 PM - By B. Elise - Comment(s)

Legal Name vs. Assumed Name in Notarizations: Why It Matters

As a Notary Public, you're not just a witness to signatures — you're a guardian of truth and identity. One common challenge we face is when signers attempt to use an assumed name or an alias instead of the legal name listed on their identi...

Affordable, Reasonable, or Overpriced?

04.09.25 7:40 PM - By B. Elise - Comment(s)

Understanding Notary Fees in Today’s Market

In the notary industry, the topic of pricing can spark a range of reactions—from head nods of agreement to raised eyebrows. And truth be told, there’s a delicate balance between offering affordable services, being reasonably priced, and unintentionally bec...

Client vs. Customer

04.08.25 7:11 PM - By B. Elise - Comment(s)

Why Knowing the Difference Can Transform Your Notary Business

In the world of service-based businesses—especially notary work—understanding the difference between a client and a customer isn’t just semantics. It’s strategy. It’s clarity. And more importantly, it’s the key to shaping lasting, profita...

Florida Online Notaries: The Hidden Alternative to Virginia for Foreign Signers

03.30.25 6:40 PM - By B. Elise - Comment(s)

Virginia Online Notaries Are Not the Only Ones: Florida Online Notaries Can Also Serve Foreign Persons Without a Social Security Number

When it comes to online notarization for foreign persons without a Social Security Number (SSN), many assume that Virginia is the only state that allows this. Howev...

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