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Post-Signing Procedures and Compliance Flashcards

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  1. After a loan signing, what is the NSA's primary responsibility regarding the signed documents?

    Answer: Return them to the title company or lender as instructed

    The NSA must return all signed documents to the title company or lender according to the specific shipping instructions provided.

  2. When should an NSA ship signed loan documents after a closing?

    Answer: Same day or next business day as instructed

    Documents should be shipped same day or next business day per the lender's or title company's instructions to avoid delays in funding.

  3. An NSA discovers a missed signature on a document after leaving the borrower's home. What is the best course of action?

    Answer: Contact the hiring company immediately to report the error

    The NSA must immediately notify the title company or lender about the missed signature so they can instruct on next steps.

  4. What does 'funding' mean in the context of a real estate loan closing?

    Answer: The lender releasing money for the loan after all conditions are met

    Funding occurs when the lender releases loan proceeds after verifying all signed documents are complete and correct.

  5. Which of the following is an NSA required to track in their notary journal after each signing?

    Answer: The type of notarial act, date, signer's name, and ID information

    State law requires notaries to record the date, type of notarial act, name of signer, and the identification used to verify identity.

  6. After completing a loan signing, an NSA notices the borrower did not initial one page of the loan package. The NSA should:

    Answer: Notify the title company or lender before taking any action

    The NSA must contact the hiring party first; they will determine whether a re-sign, cure, or other remedy is appropriate.

  7. Why is it important for an NSA to confirm the shipping tracking number after sending documents?

    Answer: To provide proof of delivery and allow the title company to monitor receipt

    Providing the tracking number to the hiring company allows them to monitor document delivery and plan funding accordingly.