Notarizing Documents for LLCs and Corporations
Business documents often carry major financial, legal, and operational consequences. That’s why LLCs, corporations, and other business entities frequently rely on notaries to validate signatures, confirm identity, and ensure that the right person is signing on behalf of the company. Whether you’re finalizing a partnership agreement, signing a board resolution, or executing a financial contract, […]
How Notaries Prevent Identity Theft
Introduction Identity theft is one of the fastest-growing crimes in the United States — especially in real estate, banking, estate planning, and financial transactions.Fortunately, notaries serve as one of the strongest lines of defense against fraud by verifying identity, documenting signings, and ensuring that every signature is genuine and voluntary. Here’s how notaries protect you, […]
Why Notaries Can’t Give Legal Advice (Unauthorized Practice of Law)
Notaries play an essential role in verifying identity, preventing fraud, and witnessing signatures. But unlike attorneys, notaries are not allowed to give legal advice, interpret documents, or help clients fill out legal forms. Doing so is considered the Unauthorized Practice of Law (UPL) — a serious violation that can result in penalties for the notary […]
The Benefits of Using a Mobile Notary for Title Transfers
Title transfers are an essential part of any real estate or property transaction — whether you’re buying a home, transferring ownership between family members, or updating a title after a life event. Because title documents are legal records that must be accurate and notarized correctly, many people are turning to mobile notaries for a faster, […]
How to Verify a Notary for Your Real Estate Closing
Your real estate closing is one of the most important financial transactions of your life — and choosing the wrong notary can lead to delays, rejected documents, or even fraud. That’s why it’s essential to verify your notary before signing anything. Whether you’re working with an online notary, a mobile notary, or someone provided by […]
Online Real Estate Notary vs. In-Person: Which One Is Right for You?
Real estate transactions move fast — and notarization is one of the final (and most important) steps before closing. Today, homebuyers, sellers, and investors can choose between traditional in-person notarization or the newer, highly convenient Remote Online Notarization (RON). But which one is right for your situation? Here’s a clear comparison to help you choose […]
Estate Sales and Notarization: When Real Property Is Involved
Handling the sale of real estate after a loved one passes away can feel overwhelming — especially when legal documents, court requirements, and family decisions are involved. One key part of the process is notarization, which helps ensure that signatures on important estate-related documents are valid, verified, and legally enforceable. Whether you’re an executor, administrator, […]
Real Estate Fraud Prevention: How Notaries Protect Homebuyers
Real estate transactions involve large amounts of money, sensitive information, and life-changing decisions — which makes them a prime target for fraud. From forged signatures to fake sellers, real estate scams have become increasingly sophisticated. Fortunately, a key safeguard stands between homebuyers and potential fraud: the notary public. Notaries play a crucial role in verifying […]
Understanding the Notarization Requirements for Deeds and Titles
When real estate changes hands, one of the most important steps is properly notarizing the deed or title transfer document. Notarization isn’t just a formality—it’s what makes the document legally eligible for recording with the county and ensures the property transfer is valid. However, notarization requirements can vary from state to state, and failing to […]