2026-01-19 – Weekly Notary News : Why is the stamp always hiding?

Last week, the forum buzzed with discussions that ranged from the challenges of managing notary tools to historical trivia about notaries. Members delved into the quirks of misplaced stamps and raised seals, while others shared insights on the evolution of notary practices in the American colonies. The introduction of Remote Online Notarization (RON) sparked curiosity, and the community also tackled practical issues like maintaining seal legibility and handling continuing education certificates.


This Week’s Hot Topics

Why is the stamp always hiding
This thread touches on the common frustration of misplaced notary stamps, sparking a lively exchange of tips for keeping track of essential tools.
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Earliest notary in the American colonies
A fascinating dive into the history of notaries, this discussion explores who the earliest notaries were and their roles in colonial America.
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First state to allow RON
Curious about the first state to embrace Remote Online Notarization? This topic breaks down the early adoption of RON and its implications for the industry.
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ID in a bag of rice
An amusing yet informative thread about the unconventional use of rice to save water-damaged identification documents.
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First loan signing, and now what
New to loan signings? This thread is full of advice and shared experiences for those just starting in this niche of notary work.
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The eternal raised seal myth
A discussion debunking the myth around the necessity and legality of raised seals in contemporary notary practice.
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My seal squeaked and stole the show
Light-hearted and entertaining, this topic covers unexpected moments when a notary’s seal became the center of attention.
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Maintaining seal legibility after 1,000 impressions
Practical advice on keeping your seal’s impression clear after extensive use, an invaluable resource for busy notaries.
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Anyone else chasing missing CE certificates
A common frustration among notaries is tracking down continuing education certificates, and this thread offers some strategies to manage them.
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Earliest state to legalize RON
This thread explores which state was a pioneer in legalizing Remote Online Notarization, highlighting its impact.
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Wishing you a productive week ahead filled with successful signings and smooth notarizations.

I killed the “misplaced stamps” problem by clipping the seal case to my bag on a retractable badge reel — now it lives in one spot and can’t wander off, even when my stapler starts a game of hide-and-seek. Tiny caveat: lock the case and cap the pad so it doesn’t mark documents in transit. Anyone else using a bright pouch or a reel?

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, my stamp loves to play hide-and-seek too. I stuck a Tile Sticker on the seal case (about $25) and set “Find” alerts, so when the “misplaced stamps” spiral starts I just ping it from my phone. RON has cut down my stamp-chasing days, but check your state rules before leaning on e-seals: https://www.nationalnotary.org/knowledge-center/about-notaries/what-is-remote-online-notarization — anyone else tried trackers or is that overkill?

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I cut a small foam insert for my bag with a stamp-shaped cutout; if that space’s empty, I don’t zip up — like a missing tooth you spot right away. If foam’s overkill, wrap the stamp in a bright silicone sleeve or neon tape so it pops in low light. @dolphin9512, does that pair well with your setup, or do you have a go‑bag layout you swear by?

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