Legal
📅Nov 26, 2026
Thanksgiving: Family Gatherings and Estate Planning Conversations
How to use holiday gatherings to start important family financial discussions.
🕐6 min read
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FamLee First Blog
Stay informed with monthly expert insights on notary services, legal documentation, and industry updates. Featuring one highlight post per month from November 2025 through January 2024.
Business
📅Nov 20, 2026
Fact Friday: Notaries Around the World - How Different Countries Do It
Fascinating differences in notary practices from Latin notaries to common law systems.
🕐6 min read
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📅Nov 11, 2026
Veterans Day: Honoring Those Who Served with Proper Documentation
Free notary services for veterans and their families - our way of saying thank you.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Oct 31, 2026
Halloween Special: Spooky Estate Tales - Why You Need a Will
True stories of estate nightmares that could have been prevented with proper planning.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Business
📅Oct 23, 2026
Fact Friday: Notary Crimes - Famous Forgeries Throughout History
The dark side of notarization: historical document frauds and how modern security prevents them.
🕐7 min read
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📅Sep 25, 2026
Fact Friday: Remote Online Notarization - The Future is Now
How RON technology is revolutionizing the notary industry with blockchain and video verification.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Sep 7, 2026
Labor Day: Employment Contracts and What Employees Should Know
Understanding non-compete agreements, NDAs, and other notarized employment documents.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Aug 28, 2026
Fact Friday: Fingerprinting Technology - From Ink to Digital Scanners
How fingerprinting evolved from ancient China to modern biometric security systems.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Aug 15, 2026
Back to School: College Document Authentication for Study Abroad
Essential notarization services for students heading overseas for fall semester.
🕐6 min read
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📅Jul 31, 2026
Fact Friday: The Notary Seal - Why That Stamp Holds Legal Power
The science and security features behind modern notary seals and embossers.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Jul 15, 2026
Summer Travel Season: International Adoption Document Checklists
Complete guide to notarizing adoption paperwork for international families.
🕐9 min read
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📅Jul 4, 2026
Fourth of July: The Founding Fathers and the First American Notaries
How notaries helped establish American democracy and authenticate the Declaration of Independence.
🕐7 min read
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📅Jun 26, 2026
Fact Friday: 7 Strangest Items Ever Notarized (Yes, Really!)
From celebrity autographs to DNA samples - the most unusual notarization requests in history.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Jun 21, 2026
Father's Day: Estate Planning Conversations Every Dad Should Have
How to approach estate planning discussions with fathers and protect family assets.
🕐7 min read
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📅Jun 19, 2026
Juneteenth: Freedom Papers and the Historical Role of Notaries
The critical role notaries played in documenting freedom and civil rights throughout American history.
🕐8 min read
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📅May 29, 2026
Fact Friday: Notary Myths Debunked - What We Can and Cannot Do
Common misconceptions about notary services and the truth behind notarial acts.
🕐6 min read
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📅May 25, 2026
Memorial Day: Veteran Document Services and Military Benefits
Special notary services for veterans, including DD-214 copies and VA benefit applications.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Legal
📅May 10, 2026
Mother's Day: Protecting Your Mom with Healthcare Directives
Why healthcare power of attorney is the most important gift you can give your parents.
🕐8 min read
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📅Apr 24, 2026
Fact Friday: The Curious Case of the World's Oldest Notarized Document
Journey back 4,000 years to ancient Mesopotamia and the birth of document certification.
🕐5 min read
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📅Apr 22, 2026
Earth Day Special: Going Paperless with Remote Online Notarization
How digital notarization reduces paper waste while maintaining legal compliance.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Apr 5, 2026
Easter Weekend Real Estate: Why Spring is the Busiest Closing Season
Market insights and tips for navigating spring real estate closings in Maryland and Virginia.
🕐6 min read
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📅Mar 27, 2026
Fact Friday: Mobile Notaries Through History - From Horse to Hybrid
How mobile notary services evolved from colonial riders to modern on-demand professionals.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Mar 20, 2026
Spring Cleaning Your Legal Documents: What to Keep, What to Shred
Essential guide to organizing notarized documents and protecting your identity this spring.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Mar 17, 2026
St. Patrick's Day: Irish Immigration Documents and Family Heritage
Preserving your Irish ancestry through properly authenticated genealogy documents.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Feb 20, 2026
Fact Friday: 5 Things You Didn't Know About Apostille Services
Surprising facts about international document authentication and the Hague Convention.
🕐5 min read
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📅Feb 16, 2026
President's Day: Presidential Document Authentications Throughout History
Famous presidential signatures and the role of notaries in authenticating executive documents.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Feb 14, 2026
Valentine's Day Special: Love Letters and Legal Documents
The romantic history of notarized love contracts and why modern couples need estate planning.
🕐7 min read
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📅Jan 23, 2026
Fact Friday: The History of Notary Seals and Why They Matter
Discover the fascinating 5,000-year history of notary seals from ancient Egypt to modern Maryland.
🕐5 min read
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📅Jan 19, 2026
Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Civil Rights Document Preservation
How to properly preserve and authenticate historical civil rights documents for future generations.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Dec 15, 2025
Holiday Season Apostille Services for International Documents
Navigate the apostille process during the busy holiday season. Tips for expedited service and document preparation.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Dec 10, 2025
Year-End Real Estate Closings: What Maryland Sellers Need to Know
Essential guide for completing real estate transactions before year-end. Tax implications and timeline considerations.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Dec 5, 2025
FBI Background Checks and Fingerprinting for 2026 Employment
Get ready for new job opportunities with proper background check documentation. Processing times and requirements.
🕐5 min read
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📅Nov 20, 2025
Thanksgiving Week Mobile Notary Availability in Maryland
Our holiday schedule and emergency notary services during Thanksgiving week across Maryland and Virginia.
🕐4 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Nov 15, 2025
Estate Planning Before the Holidays: A Family Priority
Why the holiday season is the perfect time to discuss and finalize estate planning documents with your family.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Nov 10, 2025
International Document Authentication for Study Abroad Programs
Complete guide to apostille services for students planning to study overseas in spring 2026.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Oct 25, 2025
Fall Real Estate Market: Preparing Documents for Quick Closings
Tips for sellers and buyers to streamline the closing process during the competitive fall market.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Oct 15, 2025
Fingerprinting Requirements for Maryland Teaching Certificates
Everything educators need to know about fingerprinting for MSDE certification and recertification.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Oct 5, 2025
Power of Attorney Documents: When and Why You Need Them
Comprehensive guide to different types of POA documents and situations where they're essential.
🕐9 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Sep 20, 2025
Back-to-School Apostille Services for International Families
Essential document authentication for families relocating internationally for education.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Sep 15, 2025
September Housing Market: Mobile Notary Services for Busy Professionals
Convenient closing services that fit your schedule during the busy fall real estate season.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Sep 5, 2025
Healthcare Directives: Planning for the Unexpected
Why every adult needs advance healthcare directives and living wills.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Aug 25, 2025
Fingerprinting for Security Clearances: Maryland and Virginia Guidelines
Complete guide to fingerprinting requirements for federal security clearances.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Aug 15, 2025
Summer Real Estate Closings: Beat the Heat with Mobile Notary
Stay comfortable with mobile notary services that come to you during hot summer months.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Aug 5, 2025
Apostille Services for International Adoptions
Navigate the complex document authentication process for international adoption.
🕐9 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Jul 20, 2025
Living Trusts vs. Wills: Understanding Your Estate Planning Options
Detailed comparison to help you choose the right estate planning documents.
🕐10 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Jul 15, 2025
Vacation Home Purchases: Remote Notarization Options
How remote online notarization makes buying vacation property easier than ever.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Business
📅Jul 1, 2025
July 4th Week Notary Services: Our Holiday Schedule
Plan ahead for notary services during Independence Day week in Maryland and Virginia.
🕐3 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Jun 25, 2025
Wedding Season Apostille Services for Destination Weddings
Document authentication for couples planning international weddings.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Jun 15, 2025
Spring Real Estate Rush: Fast Mobile Notary Services
Meet tight closing deadlines with reliable mobile notary services across Maryland.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Jun 5, 2025
Fingerprinting for Professional Licensing in Maryland
Requirements for nurses, real estate agents, contractors, and other licensed professionals.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅May 25, 2025
Apostille Services for International Business Expansion
Document authentication requirements for companies expanding globally.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅May 20, 2025
Spring Home Buying: What First-Time Buyers Need to Know
Essential notary and closing information for first-time homebuyers in Maryland.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Legal
📅May 10, 2025
Mother's Day Special: Estate Planning as a Gift
Why helping your parents with estate planning is one of the most meaningful gifts.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Apr 25, 2025
FBI Fingerprinting for Immigration Applications
Complete guide to fingerprinting requirements for various immigration processes.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Apr 20, 2025
Spring Cleaning for Legal Documents: What to Update
Annual review checklist for your important notarized and legal documents.
🕐6 min read
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📅Apr 15, 2025
Tax Day Extension: Notarizing Financial Documents
Last-minute notary services for tax-related documents and financial paperwork.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Mar 25, 2025
Advance Healthcare Directives: Maryland Requirements
Understanding Maryland-specific requirements for healthcare power of attorney documents.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Mar 20, 2025
Apostille for Educational Documents: Study Abroad Guide
Step-by-step process for authenticating transcripts and diplomas for international use.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Mar 15, 2025
Real Estate Market Trends: Why Mobile Notary Services Matter
How mobile notary services adapt to changing real estate market conditions.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅Feb 25, 2025
Fingerprinting for Adoption: Maryland Requirements
Complete fingerprinting guide for prospective adoptive parents in Maryland.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Feb 20, 2025
Winter Home Sales: Mobile Notary in Harsh Weather
How mobile notary services ensure closings proceed regardless of weather conditions.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Feb 14, 2025
Valentine's Day Planning: Couples and Estate Documents
Why couples should consider joint estate planning and power of attorney documents.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Jan 25, 2025
Apostille Services for International Job Opportunities
Document authentication for Americans seeking employment abroad in 2025.
🕐7 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Jan 15, 2025
January Housing Market: Preparing for Spring Sales
Get your documents in order early for the spring real estate rush.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Jan 5, 2025
New Year Estate Planning: 2025 Resolutions Worth Keeping
Start the year right by updating your estate planning documents and legal affairs.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Dec 28, 2024
International Travel: Getting Your Documents Apostilled
Pre-travel checklist for document authentication and apostille services.
🕐5 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Dec 20, 2024
Holiday Real Estate Closings: Special Considerations
Navigate real estate transactions during the busy holiday season.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Legal
📅Dec 15, 2024
Year-End Estate Planning: 2024 Tax Considerations
Important estate planning updates and tax considerations before year-end.
🕐9 min read
Read More→Real Estate
📅Jun 1, 2024
Real Estate Closing Process in Maryland
A comprehensive guide to understanding the real estate closing process and the role of notaries.
🕐8 min read
Read More→Fingerprinting
📅May 10, 2024
Fingerprinting Services for Background Checks
Professional fingerprinting services for employment, licensing, and immigration purposes.
🕐6 min read
Read More→Apostille
📅Apr 22, 2024
Apostille Services: A Complete Guide
Learn about apostille services and how to get your documents authenticated for international use.
🕐7 min read
Read More→General Notary
📅Mar 15, 2024
Understanding Mobile Notary Services in Maryland
Everything you need to know about mobile notary services and how they can save you time.
🕐5 min read
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