Frequently Asked Questions
What is a notary public?
A notary public is a person commissioned to serve the public as a neutral witness. A notary performs notarial acts that are allowed or required by law.
A notary is a verifier, an authenticator, an impartial agent for the state, a public recorder of acts, and an unbiased, official witness.
What are the payment methods you accept?
Cash, check, Zelle, Venmo and credit cards.
What fees can a notary legally charge?
This varies by State Law- $15.00 per signature per California. Fees may vary. Call for quote!
What forms of ID are acceptable?
Mobile notaries accept a variety of documents. A current driver’s license, passport, non-driver’s ID or military ID is always acceptable.
What is a signing agent?
A signing agent is a public notary who is expert in loan closing documents. A lender, title company, or escrow service may hire a signing agent to handle getting documents delivered, signed, or processed efficiently and on time.
May a notary give legal advice or draft legal documents?
No. All states prohibit non-attorneys from practicing law. A Notary can be held liable for any damages resulting from an incorrectly chosen certificate or notarization.
Will you come to me?
Of course! We are a mobile notary service provider. We can and will meet you anywhere of your choosing.
Does notarization mean that a document is "legal" or "true"?
No. Notaries are not responsible for the accuracy or legality of documents they notarize. Notaries certify the identity of signers. The signers are responsible for the content of the documents.