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What is a Notary Public's role?

A Notary is a government officer and public servant who serves as an impartial witness in taking acknowledgments, administering oaths and affirmations and performing other acts authorized by state laws.

What is the Notary Signing Agent's role?

The Notary Signing Agent meets with the borrower of a loan at a designated location, ensures that the borrower signs, initials and dates the loan documents in all appropriate places and then notarizes the borrower's signature where necessary. Once this is completed, it is the Notary Signing Agent's responsibility to see that the signed and notarized documents are delivered to the closing agent or other designated office.

Why do I need a Notary?

When a document is notarized, the public can be assured that its signer is not an imposter and any contracting parties can be assured that the document they have signed- and no other- will have full force and effect.

Does notarization mean that a document is "true" or "legal"?

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.

May a Notary give legal advice or draft legal documents?

No. A Notary is forbidden from preparing legal documents for others or acting as a legal advisor unless he or she is also an attorney. Violators can be fined or jailed for the unauthorized practice of law.

What do I need to do in preparation for my Notary signing?

Be sure that all designated people that will be signing the document are present when the Notary arrives
Have current picture ID such as a passport, state ID or driver's license
Have all your documents that will be signed compiled together for your Notary appointment
Read thru the documents that will be signed
Do not sign your document/documents until the Notary is present to witness your signature/signatures