Be careful notarizing documents related to ‘sovereign citizens’

By John Jacobson, January 27, 2025 As a Notary Public, you will always encounter unusual requests from clients. Notaries should be careful if asked to notarize a document related to the “sovereign citizen” movement.Members of the sovereign citizen movement believe that the U.S. government is illegitimate and sometimes misuse legal documents to retaliate against various […]

Real Estate Fraud: Are Notaries the Cause of the Problem?

Monday, November 04, 2024, by the American Association of Notaries Despite technological advancements, property fraud is a growing concern in the United States, affecting homeowners, real estate professionals, notaries, and financial institutions. This type of fraud occurs when criminals manipulate property records, forge documents, or illegally transfer real estate ownership without the owner’s knowledge. Scammers […]

The Essential Role of a Mobile Notary Public

              A notary public plays a critical role in ensuring the authenticity and legality of various documents. Whether you’re buying a home, drafting a will, or entering into a business agreement, a notary public acts as an impartial witness to deter fraud and verify the parties’ identities. What Does […]

Introduction to the Notary Business: What You Need to Know

The notary business plays a critical role in legal, financial, and personal transactions by ensuring the authenticity of signatures, verifying identities, and preventing fraud. A notary public acts as an impartial witness to the signing of important documents, ranging from real estate deeds and contracts to affidavits, wills, and healthcare directives. This service is essential […]