The Notary Spot

National Notary Association Member

The National Notary Association (NNA) is a professional organization that provides training, education, and advocacy for notaries. Membership in the NNA signifies that a notary has completed additional education and training and is committed to upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.

Certified Notary Signing Agent (CNSA)

A Certified Notary Signing Agent (CNSA) is a notary who has undergone additional training and certification specifically for handling loan documents. CNSAs are often hired by title companies or mortgage lenders to oversee the signing of loan documents by borrowers and ensure that all documents are properly executed and notarized.

Certified Background Screened Trained

A Certified Notary Signing Agent—Background Screened Trained (CNSA-BST) has completed the same training as a CNSA but has also undergone an additional background check to ensure they have a clean criminal record. This certification is often required by companies and government agencies that handle sensitive financial or legal documents.