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Many legal documents, such as mortgages, loans, business agreements, medical claims, and settlements, often have to be notarized. Notarization essentially means that you’re swearing under oath in court. You’re stating that the facts contained in the document are true. However, not everyone can notarize a document. This must be done by a notary public, who…

There are many reasons someone might need to find out what places to visit where you can have something notarized. Common reasons include needing to make business agreements, legal documents, and mortgages legal and official. The process of getting something notarized can be confusing when it’s your first time doing it, but it’s pretty simple….

Did you know that Florida is one of only three states that allows public notaries to officiate a wedding? In addition to Maine and South Carolina, Florida allows certified and commissioned notaries to perform a marriage for individuals with a valid marriage license.  If you’re a public notary looking to expand your services or want…

What Are Notary Stamps? Notary stamps are rectangular or circular stamps that include the notary’s name and state, as well as their commission number and expiration dates. These stamps are used to minimize fraud in legal documents by attesting to the authenticity of signatures. Why Is a Notary Stamp Used and When? In Florida, any…

A notary bond is a three-part agreement between the public notary, the bonding company, and the state of Florida. It protects the general public from financial loss due to improper conduct by a Florida Notary. Essentially, the bonding company makes an agreement with the state to pay for any losses suffered by the public that…

As a notary, your notary stamp is the tool you’ll use the most. However, there are additional tools that are helpful to have while performing notary duties. You’ll usually find these included in notary supply packages.  However, as you’re looking at different packages, it’s important to choose one that not only adheres to Florida’s requirements,…

The responsibility of a notary is to serve as an impartial witness to the signing of key documents. They identify and inspect documents and ensure that all of the signers involved understand what they are signing. It’s their job to confirm the identity of the people involved and that state rules are being followed.  But…

Becoming a notary can help you improve your resume, start your own notary business, and give you a job that is both flexible and in-demand. A notary public might seem like a pretty straightforward job, so why do you need a notary course? Find out why it’s so important and what you should expect to…

Did you want to be a notary when you grew up? How many of us told the teacher that was our dream when going around the circle in kindergarten? It might not be a lifelong aspiration, but becoming a notary public might make a lot of sense now.  Being a notary can open doors for…

Do you want a stronger resume? Do you want more job options and opportunities? Becoming a part of the Florida Notary Association can give you all of that—plus a feeling of satisfaction and power by being there for important occasions in Floridians’ lives.  What is a notary service? Can anyone become a notary public? Before…