Pennsylvania Association of Notaries

New Notary Public eServices

Tue, 05 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

The Division of Legislation and Notaries (Division) of the Department of State (Department) is pleased to inform you of several new services available via the internet to notaries public and the general public alike.

General Assembly Increases Dealers' Doc Fee

Mon, 14 Jul 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Thanks to industry lobbying efforts, the Pennsylvania General Assembly amended the Board of Vehicles Act of 1983 to increase the fee dealers are permitted to charge for the service of titling and registering vehicles. Senate Bill 1424, signed by Gov. Ed Rendell on July 9, establishes a licensing cost that will be adjusted annually after 2009 according to the federal Consumer Price Index.

Notary Association First to Offer Signing Agent Insurance

Tue, 20 May 2008 16:41:26 GMT

The Pennsylvania Association of Notaries (PAN) is the first state association to offer Signing Agent Errors and Omissions (E&O) Insurance. PAN teamed with a major "A" rated national insurance company to develop and now provide this unique product.

PAN and Staples Work Together to Make It Easy For Members

Thu, 15 May 2008 13:09:44 GMT

From paper and pens to toner, PAN understands that the cost of doing business as a notary continues to increase.

Now there's help. PAN has teamed up with Staples, the world's largest office products company with more than 2,000 stores around the world, to provide members with substantial discounts on more than 4,000 office supplies.

What a Notary Should Know: eNotarization

Thu, 24 Apr 2008 18:47:47 GMT

If you are hearing more conversations about electronic notarization these days, that's no surprise. eNotarization is gaining momentum as a desirable business model in many industries, including the mortgage loan industry. You are probably wondering if you should learn more about it or if it will ever apply to you at all. Here, we highlight some important facts about eNotarization to help you decide.

Pennsylvania Opens Records with New Law

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:38:33 GMT

A bill rewriting Pennsylvania's 50-year-old open records law, long considered to be one of the worst such laws in the country, was signed by Gov. Ed Rendell on Feb. 14.

Previously, all state and local records were closed to citizens who otherwise had to prove why they should have access to the records. Also, the state's 1957 Right to Know Act had a very narrow definition of what constituted a public record.

How to Become an eNotary in Pennsylvania

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:31:22 GMT

As the Pennsylvania Electronic Notarization Initiative enters its third year, notaries who are looking to be approved as eNotaries have to follow certain procedures.

Major Changes Made in Year Three of Initiative

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:19:53 GMT

The Pennsylvania Department of State made some major changes to the Commonwealth's Electronic Notarization Initiative as the program enters its third year.

Pennsylvania Commissioners' of Deeds Terms Expire

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:17:41 GMT

June 30, 2008, marks the end of the terms of office for the last commissioners of deeds appointed for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Commissioners of deeds were individuals in other states, territories or countries who applied to and were appointed by the governor. Commissioners of deeds were empowered to take acknowledgments and proofs of execution of any deed, mortgage or conveyance of any land situated in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to record any contract, letter of attorney or other writing under seal, and to administer oaths or affirmations. Those documents could then be recorded in any county with the full force and effect they would have had if they had been executed within the boundaries of the Commonwealth.

Education and Communication Vital In Deterring Mortgage Fraud

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 13:04:03 GMT

It didn't take long for greedy swindlers and shady dealers in the United States to become enamored of the $10 trillion mortgage industry.

According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, that multi-million dollar allure has led to a rapid rise in mortgage fraud cases. In 2007, roughly 800 mortgage fraud cases were reported. As of Feb. 1, 2008, the number of fraud cases jumped to 1,210.

PAN's In-House Manufacturing is All About Our Customers and Quality

Tue, 15 Apr 2008 12:57:13 GMT

PAN's manufacturing department prides itself on the quality of its products and services.

Rubber stamp seals, embossing seals and personalized desk signs are produced and tested by in-house staff. Quality in production, packing and shipping of customers' orders is a priority.

DOS Drops Single Certificate Requirement for eNotarization

Tue, 26 Feb 2008 07:49:23 GMT

The Department of State is making some major changes to the Commonwealth's Electronic Notarization Initiative as the program enters its third year.

As of Jan.30, the department opened the program to allow multiple vendors to participate, providing notaries with more choices on how to electronically notarize documents.

Allegheny County Row Office Consolidation Changes Check Payment

Fri, 11 Jan 2008 19:39:09 GMT

When the clock struck 12:01 a.m. on Jan. 1, 2008, the positions of Recorder of Deeds, Register of Wills, Clerk of Courts and Prothonotary were eliminated in Allegheny County. Voters passed a referendum in the 2005 election to eliminate the elected positions along with the two jury commissioner posts.

New Product: PAN Business Cards

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 18:43:37 GMT

PAN now offers business cards featuring the PAN logo in two different formats. These custom-designed business cards are printed on high-quality card stock, with either raised ink or flat ink, in quantities of 250, 500, or 1,000 cards. The color logo advertises to your customers that you are a proud member of the Pennsylvania Association of Notaries.

Choose the format, enter your contact information, and preview your cards right here on our Web site. If you pay by credit card, you order will arrive at your door in just three business days. (Some restrictions apply.)

Order your PAN business cards today.

Featured Product: StampSafe

Mon, 26 Nov 2007 18:33:52 GMT

Pennsylvania's notary law states that you are responsible for the security of your rubber stamp.

Protect your rubber stamp seal with PAN's locking StampSafe™, a stylish, silver embossed case that can also hold your embossing seal.

StampSafe™ features triple tumbler locks, reinforced corners and edges and rubber feet to prevent scuffing. A custom-fitted foam interior will safely support your stamp and removes to make room for an embossing seal, pens and other supplies. Tuck into your briefcase or carry with the hinged handle.

Incorrect Organ Donor Designations

Thu, 01 Nov 2007 20:10:30 GMT

643 duplicate driver licenses/identification cards mailed from PennDOT's Viisage Central Printing Office in Harrisburg between October 22, 2007 and October 26, 2007, contained the Organ Donor designation in error.

PAN Has A New Notary Forum

Thu, 18 Oct 2007 13:34:14 GMT

PAN's Notary Forum has been one of the most popular features of our Web site, visited consistently by a community of notaries who find the conversation and exchange of information on the forum to be an indispensable part of their professional lives.

Due to increased traffic on the forum, and in response to requests for more features, PAN has opened up a new Notary Forum at forum.notary.org.