Frequent Asked Questions
How much time in advance do I need to schedule?
In most cases 2 hours will be sufficient, although if available we can schedule you with shorter notice.
Appointments for 9:00A.M., or earlier should be scheduled no later than 10:00P.M., the evening before.
What form of a identification (ID) do I need?
What is a Notary Public?
A notary public is a public official commissioned by the state of California. According to the California Secretary of State, it is a notary public’s duty to be a neutral witness to the signing of documents.” A notary public may also administer oaths and affirmations.
What is a Certified Loan Signing Agent?
A certified loan signing agent is a notary public who has passed additional training in both real estate and loan documentation. To be a certified loan signing agent, the notary public must also pass an exam administered by an industry-leading organization such as the National Notary Association.
Why do I need my documents to be notarized?
Getting a document notarized helps to prevent fraud because the notary public cannot notarize the document without first making sure that the signer is who he or she claims to be. The notary public also makes sure the signer understands what he or she is signing and is not being forced to sign something he or she does not want to sign.
Can I leave blank spaces on my document and still have it notarized?
No. Your document should be complete before you have it notarized. If you have any spaces that are meant to be left blank, simply draw a line through that area or write, “N/A.” A notary public requires that all blanks be filled in prior to notarization in an effort to prevent fraud.
Can I fax a copy of my document and have you notarize it?
No.
Do I need to provide identification for you to notarize my document?
Yes. As a notary public, I must be sure you are who you say you are. Please bring an appropriate form of identification. Some popular forms are California I.D, driver’s licenses, passports, and military ID’s.
What form of payments do you accept?
Cash, PayPal and all major credit cards
In most cases 2 hours will be sufficient, although if available we can schedule you with shorter notice.
Appointments for 9:00A.M., or earlier should be scheduled no later than 10:00P.M., the evening before.
What form of a identification (ID) do I need?
- Driver License or ID issued by any State of U.S territory.
- Passport
- Foreign passport if stamped by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
- Driver's license officially issued in Mexico or Canada
- U.S. military ID
- Permanent resident card issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS)
What is a Notary Public?
A notary public is a public official commissioned by the state of California. According to the California Secretary of State, it is a notary public’s duty to be a neutral witness to the signing of documents.” A notary public may also administer oaths and affirmations.
What is a Certified Loan Signing Agent?
A certified loan signing agent is a notary public who has passed additional training in both real estate and loan documentation. To be a certified loan signing agent, the notary public must also pass an exam administered by an industry-leading organization such as the National Notary Association.
Why do I need my documents to be notarized?
Getting a document notarized helps to prevent fraud because the notary public cannot notarize the document without first making sure that the signer is who he or she claims to be. The notary public also makes sure the signer understands what he or she is signing and is not being forced to sign something he or she does not want to sign.
Can I leave blank spaces on my document and still have it notarized?
No. Your document should be complete before you have it notarized. If you have any spaces that are meant to be left blank, simply draw a line through that area or write, “N/A.” A notary public requires that all blanks be filled in prior to notarization in an effort to prevent fraud.
Can I fax a copy of my document and have you notarize it?
No.
Do I need to provide identification for you to notarize my document?
Yes. As a notary public, I must be sure you are who you say you are. Please bring an appropriate form of identification. Some popular forms are California I.D, driver’s licenses, passports, and military ID’s.
What form of payments do you accept?
Cash, PayPal and all major credit cards
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