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Working from home had once been a pipe dream for most industries. But the COVID-19 pandemic showed many of us that performing employment duties from home wasn’t just possible but beneficial to everyone involved. In many industries, employers and workers save more money and enjoy a boost in productivity.  Employees are generally happier with their…

You may already know that a will is a document used to protect your family or loved ones after you’ve passed on. Does a will need to be notarized? It can help make it legally binding, preventing lengthy probate and courtroom proceedings over who is entitled to your possessions. Here’s what you need to know….

Once you’ve found your new home, you are probably excited to close the deal. However, before you can get the keys and settle in, you’ll need to sign a lot of paperwork. If that sounds tedious, keep in mind that some of the documents contained in the closing package require not only your signature but…

Notary acknowledgment and notary jurat are the two most common notarizations. At first glance, they may seem similar but serve very different purposes.  Keep reading to learn more about acknowledgement vs. jurat, when they are used, and the steps you should follow if you’re a notary in Florida.  What Is a Notary Acknowledgement?  A notary…

Being a notary may seem like a fairly easy job. Still, it involves a lot of legal processes and other specific requirements that can result in disciplinary action if not followed exactly. One of these processes is getting a witness signature.  What is a witness signature? As the name implies, it refers to the signature…

Notary publics have an important job. They serve as neutral third-party witnesses to legal documents, making sure that they have legitimate signatures. They also ensure that all parties involved have followed all applicable laws regarding their specific transactions. Many people use their notary commission as a side job. However, there are also mobile notaries whose…

To become a notary, you’ll need to follow six steps. It may seem like a lot, but it’s really not too complicated. You just need to follow the directions and meet all the requirements. Prerequisites Before you start the application process, make sure you meet the following prerequisites: Complete the Application How do you become…

To be an authorized notary public, you must be authorized by the government. During the initial notary application process, you submitted important legal documents to the state of Florida to receive your commission. However, a notary license only lasts four years and must be renewed in order for you to continue working as an authorized…

As a new notary, you may have questions about the process and requirements, such as, “how long is a notary stamp good?” Keep in mind that your notary stamp contains information such as your commission number and expiration date. This expiration date is important because you cannot notarize anything until you renew it once it…

Now that you’ve become a notary, you need to understand one of the most important parts of the process: how to use notary stamps. While you may know how to use a stamp, it’s important that you know the proper procedures for notarizing legal documents with your notary stamp. What is a Notary Stamp? All…