It is well-known that the scope of documents requiring legal notarization is far-reaching. They include wills, trusts, advanced health directives, powers of attorney, promissory note agreements, bank ...

Notarized is the process of verifying documents for their authenticity. Notarized documents are always certified by a notary public, and the process always includes a witness to ensure the documents ...

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Individuals buying a home, adopting a child, completing estate planning documents such as wills and advanced health care directives, or completing any number of legal procedures may find themselves in ...