Posted by Stephanie Santiago on 11/14/13 12:14pm
Msg #492711

SPW website

I logged on to the wesite and found it to be a glorified Seminar for Notaries Public.
Most of what the website provides is voluntary and it is fair to say, many, if not most of us know about the code of Conduct, insurance guidelines for our state
Since it is voluntary, I see it as a money making opportunity for those involved - nothing more - nothing less.
As a Notary Public, I follow California notary Law. PERIOD.
It seems to me, this is designed for Lenders and others who originate loans.
It is a glorified Site designed for Lenders; informing the lenders what to expect from Notaries Publics/Signing Agents.

Reply by Lee/AR on 11/14/13 12:38pm
Msg #492718

Designed by Lenders and TCs for their benefit and to the detriment of NSAs. Hosted by a for-profit corp.--who paid for it, but has no vote--except that all the 'designed' hoops DO provide income to the 'host'. Kinda doesn't pass the smell test, ya' think?

Reply by John Tennant on 11/14/13 2:28pm
Msg #492736

Lee, I believe that the NNA is a non-profit organization and has since 1957.

Reply by Doris_CO on 11/14/13 2:51pm
Msg #492750

John, here is a discussion from 2007 about the NNA. And this is Harry's answer - Msg #201469.

Reply by John Tennant on 11/14/13 3:17pm
Msg #492764

Thank you Doris. In my opinion, that was then and now is now. In my opinion, their connection with SPW is a for profit endeavor. It is easy to file the necessary paperwork with the IRS, and the State of California, to ask for clarification under the current way they are operating. It won't cost me a cent. JMHO

Reply by Stephanie Santiago on 11/14/13 2:33pm
Msg #492740

Does not pass the smell test...All services are voluntary... n/m