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What To Bring To A Notarization?

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:03:10 GMT

What To bring to a notarization?

Getting your documents notarized doesn't have to be difficult! Here are a few checkpoints to help ensure that you bring the right items with you to make the process go smoothly! J.N.K. Services strives to ensure that you as the customer are satisfied and happy with the process from start to finish!

1. The Document(s) to Be Notarized

Do not sign it beforehand. Most notaries need to witness you signing it.
If multiple documents need notarization, bring them all.

2. Valid Photo Identification

You must prove your identity. Acceptable forms usually include:

Driver’s license
Passport
State-issued ID card
Military ID

(Your ID must be current or not expired , and contain a photo, signature, and physical description or date of birth .)

3. Any Required Witnesses (if applicable)

Some documents require witnesses in addition to the notary.
Share this information before ahead to make the notary aware. If needed, a notary can sometimes provide witnesses if you are not able but ASK beforehand.

4. Payment (if required)

Many notaries charge a small fee (usually $5–$15 per signature) plus additional fees for traveling, printing, etc.
When booking the appointment, we ensure that all fees are disclosed and agreed upon in advanced, along with the type of payments that are accepted.
At J.N.K. Services LLC, all forms of payment are accepted except for checks.

5. Instructions (if provided)

Bring any instructions from the organization or agency requesting the notarization.
This helps ensure the document is completed properly.

By having a clearer understanding of what to bring to a notarization, helps you to be better prepared! Allowing us to serve you quicker and reduce any delays in getting your documents notarized and completed for you. Book your mobile or online notarization today!

What Is A Notary Loan Signing Agent?

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 22:03:08 GMT

What is a Notary Loan Signing Agent?

While a notary is needed to execute and notarize an array of documents, a notary loan signing agent (NSA) is needed to handle the notarizations of loan documents as they pertain to real estate (selling, buying, refinance, HELOC, reverse mortages, loan modification, etc). An important thing to remember and know is that not all notaries are notary signing agents however all notary signing agents must be notaries! With that being said, let's dig in a little deeper into the role of a NSA.

A Signing Notary Agent , also known as a Notary Signing Agent (NSA) , is a notary public who has received specialized training to handle and notarize loan documents —especially during real estate transactions such as mortgage closings.

Here’s a breakdown of what a Notary Signing Agent does:

Key Responsibilities:

Verify Identity: Confirm the identity of signers using legal identification (e.g., driver's license, passport).
Witness Signatures: Watch as documents are signed to ensure authenticity.
Notarize Documents: Apply notarial acts (like acknowledgments or jurats) to legally validate the documents.
Ensure Completion: Ensure all documents are signed and dated correctly.
Return Documents: Send completed documents to the lender, title company, or escrow office.

Commonly Used In:

Mortgage loan closings
Refinance transactions
Reverse mortgages
Real estate purchases or sales

Special Training:

While all Notary Signing Agents are notaries public, not all notaries are qualified NSAs . An NSA typically undergoes additional certification and background screening —often through organizations like the National Notary Association (NNA) .

Who Hires NSAs?

Title companies
Escrow companies
Mortgage lenders
Signing services

In Summary:

A Notary Signing Agent is a specialized notary who handles sensitive real estate loan documents, ensuring they’re signed correctly and legally. They play a crucial role in real estate transactions but do not explain or provide legal advice —their job is to ensure accurate, legal signing and notarization.

In need of NSA for your loan closing? J.N.K. Services would love to help assist you with signing and notarizing your loan documents. Book an appointment today!

What Are Mobile Notary Services?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 17:13:35 GMT

What are Mobile Notary Services?

From the stress of everyday life and trying to keep up with everything, getting a document notarized and finding a notary should be the least of your worries! Find comfort in knowing that flexibility and convenience can be yours when trying to find and book a notary. The important part is to find a notary that offers MOBILE services! You might ask what does this mean? So, let me explain.

A mobile notary is a notary public who travels to a client's location to perform notarial services. Instead of requiring the client to go to a traditional office or public notary location.

What Mobile Notary Services Include:

At their core, mobile notaries offer all the same services as traditional notaries, just with added convenience and flexibility . Services can include:

Document Notarization

Verifying the identity of signers
Ensuring all parties are signing willingly and are mentally competent
Administering oaths or affirmations (if required)
Witnessing signatures
Applying the notary seal and signature

Types of Documents Commonly Notarized:

Real estate documents (e.g., loan documents, deeds, mortgage closings)
Powers of attorney
Wills and living trusts (if allowed by local law)
Affidavits and sworn statements
Medical documents
Business contracts
Adoption papers

Loan Signing Services (Loan Signing Agents)

Specialized mobile notaries may act as loan signing agents who walk borrowers through mortgage paperwork during home purchases or refinances.

Where Services Can Be Provided:

Homes
Offices
Hospitals or nursing homes
Coffee shops or libraries
Jails or detention centers
Airports, hotels, or anywhere convenient

Typical Costs:

Notarization Fee: Often set by the state
Travel Fee: Varies widely depending on distance, time, and urgency
After-hours or emergency service fees may also apply.

Why Use Mobile Notary Services?

You're unable to travel (health, mobility, schedule conflicts).
You need urgent or after-hours notarization.
You're dealing with time-sensitive legal or real estate documents.

As you can see, the world of mobile notary services is designed to work for you! Providing you with convenient and flexible services and hours (depending on the company) to make getting your documents notarized less stressful and more enjoyable!

Are you ready to book a mobile notary service? Allow J.N.K. Services to provide you with superior notary services by coming to you, book today!

Why Do I Need A Notary?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 17:09:00 GMT

Why Do I need a notary?

There are different reasons you might a need a notary, from notarizing a Will, Real Estate documents, Power of Attorney, and much more. However, the primary reason an individual will need a notary is to verify their identity and any other signer's identity along with ensuring that their signatures are authentic to prevent fraud.

Remember that a notary is an official authorized by the state to witness and certify the signing of documents, which again helps to prevent fraud and confirms that:

1.) The signer is who they claim to be

2.) The document is being signed willingly and knowingly

3.) The signing occurred on a specific date

Top Reasons You Might Need a Notary:

1. To Verify Identity

A notary checks a valid ID to confirm that the person signing the document is who they say they are.

2. To Prevent Fraud

Notarization helps stop people from forging signatures or coercing others into signing documents.

3. To Satisfy Legal Requirements

Many documents must be notarized by law to be considered valid, such as:

Real estate deeds and mortgages
Powers of attorney
Court affidavits
Adoption or custody documents

4. To Make Documents Admissible in Court

Notarized documents may be seen as more credible or official if used in legal proceedings.

5. To Complete Financial or Real Estate Transactions

Lenders and title companies often require notarization for:

Loan documents
Title transfers
Refinancing paperwork

Common Documents That Need Notarization:

Power of Attorney
Wills and trusts (in some states)
Real estate deeds
Loan documents
Divorce agreements
Affidavits
Business contracts

In conclusion, notaries play a crucial role in safeguarding the integrity of important legal and financial documents. Whether you're signing a real estate contract, granting someone power of attorney, or submitting an affidavit, a notary ensures that the process is legitimate, voluntary, and properly documented.

What Is Remote Online Notarization?

Tue, 12 Aug 2025 12:40:28 GMT

What Is Remote Online Notarization?

The notary field has come a long way! From just having documents notarized in person and on paper, the industry took a shift and became more tech-savvy during the 2020 Pandemic when almost everything was closed and everyone was confined to their homes. The ability to get documents notarized during this period was strictly offered online using platforms such as Notarize.

The thing is that many people still do not know about or understand this process and what it can offer to them. Remote Online Notarization (RON) is process of getting a document notarized entirely online. The notary and client meet on a chosen platform (just like meeting in-person) and signatures are executed all electronically!

Some might ask if this is legit or secure? And the answer is YES! The platforms in which a notary chooses must meet all requirements of the state in which they reside including a secure audio-video technology.

So, you might be asking how does RON actually work?!?! Let's get into that!

The first step would be for you to contact a notary that offers RON services and discuss what you need and get an appointment set up.
Next, after an appointment has been booked and fees have been agreed on. The notary will ask for you to send over the documents so that they can be uploaded to the platform.
Once, that has been completed and it is time for the appointment, you will go through a verification process for your identity on the platform using one of the process below:

-Credential analysis (e.g., scan your ID), and

-Knowledge-based authentication (answer personal questions).

4. After, your identity has been verified, you will be connected to your notary via a live video and speak to them in real time to execute and sign the documents digitally while they watch. The notary will then digitally sign and place their electronic seal on the document/s.

5. Once the call and signing has been completed, you will receive a copy of the notarized documents!

Doesn't that sound easy and convenient?!?! Less time spent on traveling or in-person appointments and most RON services depending on the notary and platform can be offered 24/7.

J.N.K. Services LLC offers RON services with confidence in knowing that customers will be satisfied not only with their services but with the convenience of this service. By allowing their clients to continue to attend to their busy lives but still having the ability to get things completed all electronically while in the car, at the office, at home, or on vacation!

Book your Remote Online Notarization appointment today!