FAQ
As the site grows, my goal is to fill this page with some of the many frequent questions that arise on most interactions, but this page will forever remain a work in progress.
Where Do I Sign?
In the interest of expedience, we encourage people to complete as much of the forms that they wish to have notarized as possible. However, it is generally a safe practice to refrain from signing any documents until we are meeting face-to-face. There are exceptions to every rule, including this one, so if you've already signed a document, don't panic. We will review each document and come up with the best way to get things completed in accordance with the applicable laws.
Valid Identification
The biggest reason that people are required to have their forms notarized is to deter fraud. The first step in this process is your appearance live, before a Notary Public and presenting a current , valid form of government issued ID that includes your name, your photo and your signature. All of these elements will be reviewd as part of the notarization process. This applies to all persons who will be signing the documents. If you are uncertain about your ability to comply with this requirement, please discuss this with us before actually committing to a meeting. We can help you avoid additional delays and unnecessary travel fees if you are upfront with us about any identification issues. Just let us know what's up, and we can work together to get to a resolution!
Location Selection
When it comes to choosing a location for our meeting, there are two different scenarios. General Notary Work / Apostilles and Loan Signings. For General Notary Work and Apostille Consultations, our meetings will take place in public settings. Coffee shops, restaurants, libraries, your attorney's office, a hospital, nursing home, etc.Any such site close to where you are located can be used as the setting for us to get together and conduct your notarizations. In the case of loan signings, we can meet in your home as long as there is a relatively clean and clear space for us to review and sign all of the paperwork. (Pro Tip - Pets and children are wonderful, but not when you need to focus on some pretty important documents.)