Notary Service
-A public official who renders notary services is an impartial witness who can help you sign important documents. -They are appointed by the government and are present in many credit unions and banks to serve customers.
Some states allow notaries to administer oaths during the marriage. This allows for verification of legal documents and the identity of participants and witnesses. In order to prevent fraud, notaries must also ensure that there are no forced parties.
Notary services are rendered by the following:
The financial bodies (banks, credit unions, etc) are real estate firms. The delivery stores (UPS stores, FedEx Offices, etc.) are American Automobile Association (AAA) online notaries.
Notary Services at Financial Institutions
1. Bank of America
Bank of America offers free notary service to its customers. Before you request for notary service, you must have your ID on you and the documents you wish to notarize. All documents to be signed should be signed or dated before the appointment date. You also have to ensure that all signees are legal citizens with acceptable IDs. ..
The appointment for a notary service at the Bank of America takes about 30 minutes. Note that not all branches of the bank offer a notary service. So, it is important to call your bank and ask if they offer a notary service.
2. Chase Bank
Chase Bank account-holders do not need to pay for notary services. Different branches run the rotary service at different times, days of the week, etc. Some branches do not have a notary service at all. Place a call to your local branch to confirm. Once you have confirmed your appointment, you will need to go with your government-issued ID, with others needed to sign the document. Your document will not be notarized if any party is not present.
3. U.S. Bank
Not all U.S. banks have a notary service. Verify from your local branch to verify their notarization service status. When going for your appointment, you are to go along with a valid ID if you want to get a notarized document done.
Notary Services at Delivery Stores
1. UPS Store Notary
When going to a UPS Store for notarization, you will need a valid ID issued by the government. Also, be familiar with the specific requirement of your state regarding notarization and act accordingly. Some states require additional witnesses when notarizing some documents. If this applies to you, there will be a need to go with them as stated.
If you need copies of your documents notarized, the UPS store will make as many copies as you need and ship them to a chosen location. The cost for notarization at a UPS store is about $15. ..
2. FedEx Office
FedEx provides online notaries to customers. This is done in collaboration with Notarize, an online platform that provides notary services. You can submit your documents through your computer and mobile phone and connect with a notary public through a video call. Identities are verified through a 3-factor authentication which also prevents fraud.
The cost of notarization at FedEx is $25 per document. If your document happens to require more than one notary seal (which is rear), it costs $10. Online notarization is completely legal.
Notary Service at AAA offices
The AAA office only offers personal notary services. Business-related transactions or documents are not allowed. When you go to an AAA office with your documents, you are to come along with your valid ID and all signees must also be present with their IDs. Only selected AAA offices offer this service. Ensure to make inquiries to know the nearest one to you.
Notary services are available to both members and non-members of the club. Members get discounts on prices for signature services. The price per signature for AAA members is about $10, depending on the location. Non-members pay $15 per signature. This also varies depending on the state or location.
Conclusion
Notarizing a document can be a daunting task, but with the right preparation and resources, it can be done successfully. Before you head to the notary office, make sure you know what type of document you need to notarize and the nearest location that offers this service. Also, make sure all necessary parties are present and have valid IDs so that your request will be processed quickly. Finally, online notaries are legal in many states and this option should be explored if available in your area. ..
FedEx is only providing an online notary service. Although, their staff may assist you before and during the online process.
Notaries can be fined for giving legal advice. They are only impartial witnesses. ..
