“Can I notarize my paperwork if I have no ID?” In Florida, you can. Occasionally, a notary is asked to notarize the signature of a person who does not have, and cannot obtain, acceptable identification. Florida allows the sworn written statement of two credible witnesses whose identities are proven to the notary and who personally know the signer, to confirm […]
Documents require notarization for all kinds of reasons. Some of the paperwork, like affidavits, are part of court procedures, some are part of legally binding contracts in business transactions, and others serve as recording instruments in land record systems. Real estate documents need a notary and are kept in the public record after notarization. Unfortunately, if a recording instrument, like […]
A Power of Attorney, or POA, can be a useful tool that allows you to engage in financial transactions when you can’t be present to sign documents, or someone else to act on your behalf if you become incapacitated. It’s a good idea to take the time you need to understand your rights and responsibilities specific to both financial and […]
