What is a Notary Public?
The commonwealth of Virginia Notary Public Handbook defines a notary as a public officer "who acts as an official, unbiased witness to the identity and signature of the person who comes before the notary for a specific purpose. The person may be taking an oath, giving oral or written testimony, or signing or acknowledging his or her signature on a legal document. In each case, the notary attests that certain formalities [as required by law] are observed."
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What is a Notary Signing Agent?
A notary signing agent is a notary public that notarizes mortgage documents for borrowers who purchase or refinance their current mortgage. Notary signing agents are impartial witnesses who identify the signer, verify that all documents are signed and dated, notarize the documents, and return the executed loan package to the lender.
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What is a E-Notary?
Electronic notarization is a process whereby a notary affixes an electronic notary signature and seal information to an electronic document (such as a PDF or Word document). Once affixed to the electronic document, the document is rendered tamper evident such that unauthorized attempts to alter the document will be evident to relying parties. An Electronic Notary may electronically notarize a document in person or online using audio-video conference technology |
What kind of Identification is needed to have my document notarized?
A notary may refuse to notarize a signature if he or she is uncertain of an individual's identity, or if the notary is uncomfortable with the validity of the identification documents. |
WHY HIRE A MOBILE NOTARY PUBLIC?
Shel Williams is commissioned in Virginia as a Notary Public--2011 and a Certified Notary Signing Agent--2019.
Shel Williams will ensure that your important documents will not be rejected due to notary public errors and omissions. Shel Williams is compliant with ALL Virginia notary public laws. Banks and other company's may not notarize certain documents due to liability. Shel Williams holds an Errors & Omissions insurance policy in the amount of $25,000. Shel Williams will travel to you at a time and place that is convenient for you. |
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