What Are the Benefits of Using a Notary Public for a Power of Attorney?
Benefits of Using a Notary for Power of Attorney A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that allows someone to act on your behalf in financial or legal matters. Notarizing a POA can provide legal validity, fraud prevention, and peace of mind for everyone involved. Legal Validity One key advantage of using a […]
Loan Signing Agents Vs. Notary Publics – Is There a Difference?
Loan Signing Agents Vs. Notary Publics – Is There a Difference? By Clay Mason Did you know that not all signing agents are notary publics, but not all notary publics are signing agents? It’s true: There are nearly 4.4 million notaries in the United States, and a good percentage of them are also loan signing agents. A […]
What Is the Difference Between a Notary Public and a Mobile Notary?
What Is the Difference Between a Notary Public and a Mobile Notary? Most people know the difference between a Notary Public and a Mobile Notary. Some know little about a notary Public and say it relates somewhat to notarizing essential documents. The term Mobile Notary is still unfamiliar to many. Knowing the difference between […]
Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Replace Notaries in the Future?
Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Replace Notaries in the Future? Tuesday, February 25, 2025 by the American Association of Notaries Will Artificial Intelligence (AI) Replace Notaries in the Future? As artificial intelligence continues to revolutionize industries across the globe, you may be wondering: “Will AI replace notaries in the future?” While AI has the potential to transform […]
How Notaries Can Protect Their Notary Stamp or Seal from Fraudulent Use
How Notaries Can Protect Their Notary Stamp or Seal from Fraudulent Use Wednesday, February 26, 2025 by the American Association of Notaries A notary stamp is an essential tool for performing notarial acts, and its security should be a top priority for every notary. If a notary stamp falls into the wrong hands, it can be […]
Be careful notarizing documents related to ‘sovereign citizens’
Sovereign Citizen Documents & Notary Risks — Know When to Refuse 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 […]
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
NOTARY BUSINESS INTRODUCTION — KEY STEPS, BENEFITS & BEST PRACTICES 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 […]
Hospital Notary Service And What to Expect?
Notary services in Roseville, CA, and surrounding areas are here to provide essential support to patients and their families during times of medical crisis. With the convenience of a professional mobile notary, you can have significant legal documents notarized right at your hospital bedside, offering a much-needed respite from additional stress during an already difficult […]
