Posted by Lori Coleman on 12/11/04 2:18pm
Msg #13346

New Notary - Looking for Education

It took me over a year from passing my test to actually getting my commission, and from reading some of the postings here, I am overwhelmed with what I need to know to do a good job. Is it best to take a basic Notary class, or should I approach an established Notary for mentoring? I am in Sacramento, CA. Any input is welcome and appreciated.

Reply by Devi Stringer on 12/11/04 7:43pm
Msg #13356

Hi Lori:

This website will be a great help to you. http:www.50statenotary.com.

Reply by Jon on 12/11/04 9:39pm
Msg #13364

You can get some basic information from that site, but be careful. I have noticed numerous errors that are listed as fact on the website. I have not purchased any of the material offered, but others who have say there are also errors in the material.

Reply by BrendaTX on 12/13/04 12:19am
Msg #13396

You'll get a good overview...but...

...the ONLY information you should ever trust regarding your notary commission is what you get from your SOS. Period.

Not from calling the NNA, not from any other website, not from any book you might read on the subject. You can get guidance from the NNA, and you can elicit general ideas and overviews online from thousands of websites.

And, you can get guidance from a title company, signing service, or from a lender, but remember, it's *guidance* for a specific assignment--and, if you are not clear on whether or not it's ok for your state, don't do it until you get the final word from your SOS.

You can get legal advice from an attorney that you personally hire. But, where your commission is concerned, heed this warning:

What is not in "black and white" in your notary rules (notary rules of YOUR state) should be run past your SOS.

Reply by Marie on 12/13/04 1:06am
Msg #13398

SOS??

Forgive me for jumping in.. I, too, am a new Notary. And I've been trying to keep up with the postings.. pretty overwhelming. What does SOS stand for??

Thanks.

Reply by BrendaTX on 12/13/04 4:35am
Msg #13400

Re: SOS??

Secretary of State

Here is a list on my site where I keep a list of them. I think NotaryRotary.com has a good list of them too, but here's where mine is...I can find it faster...like right off the top of my head...

http://www.texnotary.com/tooltime/sos.htm

Reply by HisHughness on 12/13/04 9:21am
Msg #13408

Re: SOS??

Marie asks, in response to a comment by Brenda Stone:

***Forgive me for jumping in.. I, too, am a new Notary. And I've been trying to keep up with the postings.. pretty overwhelming. What does SOS stand for??***

SOS = Stone's Our Savior!

Reply by BrendaTX on 12/13/04 10:04am
Msg #13412

Re: SOS??

I think I'd be more comfortable with

SOS="Stone's our Secretary"

I usually know where to find things.

Reply by True Meaning on 12/13/04 5:55pm
Msg #13464

Re: SOS??

SOS = Secretary of State
Notary regulations in most States (not all) are under the Seceretary of State (SOS)
Office.

Reply by BrendaTX on 12/13/04 8:12pm
Msg #13472

Re: SOS??

"SOS = Secretary of State .... Notary regulations in most States (not all) are under the Seceretary of State (SOS) Office. "

Thanks for keeping me "honest." I learn something every single day here!