Notary Resources & Guides

Notarization ensures that your documents are authentic and legally binding. Common documents that require notarization include "but are not limited to":

• Legal Agreements: Powers of Attorney, Contracts, Lease Agreements
   

• Real Estate Documents: Deeds, Closing Documents, Mortgage Papers
   

• Personal Documents: Wills, Living Wills, Health Care Proxies
   

• Financial Documents: Loan Applications, Bank Forms, Affidavits
   

• Government Forms: Passport Applications, Court Filings, Immigration Papers
   

Tip: Always check whether your document requires notarization by your state. Not all forms are legally required to be notarized, but notarization adds an extra layer of protection against fraud.

Preparing for a mobile notary visit ensures a smooth and efficient appointment:

1. Gather All Documents: Make sure everything needing notarization is complete and legible.
    

2. Valid ID: Bring a government-issued ID (Driver’s License, Passport, State ID and or Visa).
    

3. Sign in Front of Notary: Do not sign documents beforehand, as the notary must witness your signature.
    

4. Payment Ready: Have the correct payment method ready (cash, card, or online payment if pre-paid).
    

5. Location Prep: Ensure a safe, well-lit space for the notary to review and sign documents.
    

Following these steps helps avoid delays and ensures your documents are notarized correctly the first time.

Remote Online Notarization (RON) allows notarization from anywhere in the United States using a computer, tablet, or smartphone.

How it works:

• Identity Verification: Signer uploads a government-issued ID and answers security questions.
   

• Live Video Session: Notary witnesses your signature via a secure video call.
   

• Digital Certificate: Completed notarized document is returned as a PDF, often with a tamper-evident digital certificate.
   

Benefits of RON:

• Convenient, fast, and safe
   

• Accessible nationwide
   

Eliminates travel fees and in-person scheduling conflicts

An apostille certifies that a document is authentic and recognized internationally. This is often required for:

• Birth Certificates
   

• Marriage Certificates
   

• Power of Attorney
   

• School Transcripts
   

• Court Documents
   

How to get an Apostille:

1. Prepare the document and ensure it is notarized (if required notarization fee will apply.).
    

2. Submit to the appropriate state or county authority for authentication.
    

3. Optional: Request pickup and drop-off services from a mobile notary company.
    

Tips:

• Expedited processing is available for urgent needs.
   

Make sure the country where the document will be used accepts apostilles (Hague Convention countries).