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Becoming a commissioned notary public is an important step toward providing trusted, official witnessing of signatures and other vital legal acts. But before you can start your notary career, you must pass the notary exam. Preparing for this exam can feel daunting, especially if you’re new to the rules and responsibilities of a notary. This […]
The Cali Notary: A Day in the Life Families protect their future health, wealth, property, and personal wishes through estate planning. These larger document packages may include living trusts, powers of attorney, advance healthcare directives, property agreements, and other important instructions. As California notaries, we are asked to notarize many different kinds of paperwork. Estate […]
Your journal needs to be as detailed as required. The California Secretary of State’s all-important Notary Public Handbook spells out all the information that is required for each and every journal entry. The six required items don’t seem like much, but they can become quite lengthy when you consider the “character of every instrument” (or […]
When the Unexpected Happens at a Signing Appointment Mobile notary work rarely goes exactly as planned. Over the years, I have encountered difficult pets, health emergencies, technical failures, and tight deadlines. Recently, I experienced two appointments that perfectly illustrate why flexibility, calm decision-making, and schedule padding are essential for every mobile notary. Emergency Pauses an […]
Potential increase in loan signing volume. With loan interest rates declining, many borrowers, both corporate and individual, will begin comparing rates among lenders to secure new lines of financing. This could mean a significant uptick in loan signings in the next few months of the new year. Why is this sudden shift such a boon […]
California is one of the strictest when it comes to notary procedures. I have completed a thorough review of notary public requirements by each state, and let me tell you that here in California, the notary public bar is set the highest. Let’s start with what it takes to become a notary public in California. […]
Notaries public in California are asked to notarize many different types of documents, from business agreements and legal forms to real estate paperwork, powers of attorney, and requests for personal records. While a notary’s role is not to give legal advice or explain the contents of a document, understanding the types of documents commonly notarized […]
California notaries perform different types of notarial acts, each with specific rules. Learn the key differences between Acknowledgments, Jurats, and Copy Certifications, when to use each form, and how to stay compliant with California notary laws. A must-read guide for new and experienced notaries alike.
Acting like a “pro” in your job every time. California notaries public are tasked, first and foremost, with preventing fraud on important signed documents. And of course, this means going through that all-important checklist when you meet with your signer – no matter if it’s the first meeting of the fiftieth. Whether it’s an Acknowledgment […]
Got your commission package in the mail? Now you need to act pretty fast. In order to officially start working as a California Notary Public, it’s required to file your oath and bond with the County Clerk in the county where you maintain a principal place of business, as shown in the application you filed […]
