When do I need a notary?
A Notary Public is a witness to the signing of important documents and verifies the identity of the signer(s), their willingness to sign the documents, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction. Institutions rely upon notaries so they may have full faith in important documents.
Notarization is the official fraud-deterrent process that assures the parties of a transaction that a document is authentic, and can be trusted. It confirms the authenticity of signed documents, ensuring that they are fully compliant with the requirements in the relevant jurisdiction.
Don't Sign Yet!
For a Notary Public to notarize your signature, you MUST sign it in the physical presence of the Notary. Generally speaking, it is best to wait until the Notary tells you that you can sign, as you may need to swear an oath first, for example. The most common mistake we see are customers showing up with documents already signed. Usually, this is easily rectified. You simply sign the document again in front of the Notary. However, it is, of course, a little messy. And it may not be accepted in your particular circumstances. If you want to be sure, contact your counsel, or the organization that you are sending the document to, and ask. If possible, bring a spare copy, just in case.
Documents We Notarize
Powers of Attorney
Affidavits/Oaths
Financial Documents
Wills/Trusts
Copy Documents
Written Statements
Application Forms
Loan Agreements
Acknowledgements
Family Documents
Jurats
Motor Vehicle Bill of Sale
Loan Agreements
Affidavits/Oaths
Financial Documents
Good Standing Certificates
Power of Attorney
Bills of Sale
Written Statements
Employment Contracts
Application Forms
Property Purchases