Frequently Asked Question
Notary Public
What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by state government —typically by the secretary of state — to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents. These official acts are called notarizations, or notarial acts. Notaries are publicly commissioned as “ministerial” officials, meaning that they are expected to follow written rules without the exercise of significant personal discretion, as would otherwise be the case with a “judicial” official.
A Notary's duty is to screen the signers of important documents — such as property deeds, wills and powers of attorney — for their true identity, their willingness to sign without duress or intimidation, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction. Some notarizations also require the Notary to put the signer under an oath, declaring under penalty of perjury that the information contained in a document is true and correct. Impartiality is the foundation of the Notary's public trust. They are duty-bound not to act in situations where they have a personal interest. The public trusts that the Notary’s screening tasks have not been corrupted by self-interest. And impartiality dictates that a Notary never refuse to serve a person due to race, nationality, religion, politics, sexual orientation or status as a non-customer. As official representatives of the state, Notaries Public certify the proper execution of many of the life-changing documents of private citizens — whether those diverse transactions convey real estate, grant powers of attorney, establish a prenuptial agreement, or perform the multitude of other activities that enable our civil society to function. What is an Apostille?
An Apostille is the name for a specialized certificate, issued by the Ohio Secretary of State. The Apostille is attached to your original document to verify it is legitimate and authentic so it will accepted in one of the other countries who are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.
How do I get an Apostille?
We provide apostille service to Columbus area residents. Our priority apostille service saves you time and money by processing your documents directly with the Secretary of State Office in Columbus. Book an appointment and we will meet with you to pick up your documents and get the process started.
What do you need at the time of Signing?
Please review all documents for the correct spelling of names and correct dates. Please complete all forms except signatures and notarized areas. Valid identification is needed for the signing.
What type of ID is Acceptable?
Any one of the following Valid Identifications (providing they are current) are acceptable:
• Ohio Driver’s License • Ohio Identification Card • Two credible witness’s (for a person who does not have current ID) • Mexico Driver’s license • US Passport • US Military ID Card • Inmate ID Card • Other State Driver’s License • Other State Identification card • Canada Driver’s License • Foreign Passports stamped by USCIS What Types of Documents do you Notarize?
• Power of Attorney
• Divorce Agreements and I-9's • Affidavits • Oath Cards • Parental Consent Letters • Bonds • Copy Certifications • Wills & Trusts • Guardianships • Domestic Partnerships • Bill of Sale • Passport & Visa Authentications • Adoption Documents • Contracts • Corporate Documents • Vehicle Title Transfers • Spousal Consent Forms • Mylar Maps • Condo Conversions • Advanced Health Care Directive • Estate Plans • Proof of Life Documents • Real Estate Documents • Proof of Residency • And many more! How do I schedule an Appointment?
• You can call or text us at 614-356-7182
• An Appointment can be made using our online form located on the contact page. • You can send a request via email to [email protected] |
Loan Signing
What is a Signing Agent?
A Notary Signing Agent is a Notary who has special expertise to handle and notarize loan documents. For lenders, Notary Signing Agents are the critical final link to complete the loan. A Notary Signing Agent is hired as an independent contractor to ensure that real estate loan documents are executed by the borrower, notarized and returned for processing on time. Completing this critical part of the loan process enables the loan to be funded.
What Types of Loan Signings do you Handle?
Seller Packages, Purchases, Heloc, Refi Packages, Reverse, whatever type of loan you have, we have you covered. We are NNA certified Loan Signing Agents, background screened, $100k E&O insured.
What do you need at the time of Signing?
Please review all documents for the correct spelling of names and correct dates. Please complete all forms except signatures and notarized areas. Make sure to bring a valid identification for the signing.
What type of ID is Acceptable?
Any one of the following Valid Identifications (providing they are current) are acceptable:
• Ohio Driver’s License • Ohio Identification Card • Two credible witness’s (for a person who does not have current ID) • Mexico Driver’s license • US Passport • US Military ID Card • Inmate ID Card • Other State Driver’s License • Other State Identification card • Canada Driver’s License • Foreign Passports stamped by USCIS What can a notary signing agent do & not do?
A notary public can:
• Attest documents and certify their execution for use in the USA and abroad •Certify Powers of Attorney, contracts, deeds, wills, and numerous other legal documents • Administer oaths for local and international documents • Witness signatures to statutory declarations, powers of attorney, affidavits, contracts, and other legal documents • Certify copy of documents for use in the US and abroad A notary public cannot: • Offer legal advice, or modify any terms on a document • Notarize blank or incomplete documents • Notarize signatures of people who are not present What is your service area?
We come to you at your home, office, job site, or any place that is most convenient for you. We primarily offer our coverage in and around Franklin County. We also offer service to surrounding Counties Delaware, Licking, Fairfield, Pickaway, Madison, and Union Counties.
What form of payment do you Accept?
We accept cash, check, all major Credit/Debit Cards, Paypal, Venmo and Zelle. For your convenience, we do also have invoicing accounts for companies and repeat clients.
How do I schedule an Appointment?
• You can call or text us at 614-356-7182
• You can send a request via email to [email protected] • Book an appointment online using our online form located on the contact page. |
Remote Online Notary
What is a Remote(eNotary)?
A remote notary is a legally commissioned notary public who is authorized to conduct notarizations via the internet using digital tools and a live video call.
In Ohio, remote notarizations are legally binding. The signer(s) appears before the Notary at the time of the notarization via online video technology (Zoom, Skype, Facetime, or similar) instead of being physically present in the same room. The remote notarization process is also referred to as webcam notary, mobile signature service, e-notary, online notary, or virtual notary service. How does Remote Notarization work?
You are connected with a commissioned notary public via live audio-video call. The notary public confirms your identity visually using the scanned photo ID, and then witnesses as you sign the document. Just like a traditional notarization, the notary then signs and places their notarial seal on your document.
What types of documents do you notarize?
We notarize just about every document which needs to be notarized in the paper world. There are a few exceptions though, so see below:
In an online notarization, both you and the notary electronically sign the notarized document. Per federal and state laws such as the ESIGN Act and the Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (UETA), when both sides agree to perform their transaction electronically, electronic signatures are just as valid as handwritten signatures for virtually all documents. But, certain documents are excluded – see below. Also, some states, public agencies and court systems impose additional requirements and limitations for accepting electronically-signed documents, so it’s always important to check with your intended recipient to confirm their specific requirements for accepting electronically signed and notarized documents. We currently do not notarize: – Birth, Marriage, or Death Certificates – Divorce decrees – Court-issued documents How do I schedule an Appointment?
• You can call or text us at 614-356-7182
• You can send a request via email to [email protected] • Book an appointment online using our online form located on the contact page. |
for more info
Click the links below for more information on Notaries and Notary Public Law from the Ohio Secretary of State.
https://www.ohiosos.gov/notary/information/
Ohio Revised code Chapter 147
https://www.ohiosos.gov/notary/information/
Ohio Revised code Chapter 147
