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Power of Attorney

A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document that grants a designated individual the authority to act on behalf of another person. This authorization allows the agent or attorney-in-fact to make decisions regarding the principal's property, finances, investments, or medical care. POAs can be categorized into two main types: financial and health care, each with varying degrees of authority.

Wills and Estate Documents

Wills, trusts, and estate documents often require notarization to ensure their authenticity and prevent fraud or tampering. This includes last wills, living wills, power of attorney forms, health care proxies, and living trusts. Notarization provides evidence of their validity in case any doubts arise.

Real Estate Documents

Notarization is typically necessary when purchasing, selling, or transferring ownership of real estate. It is required on documents such as the deed, title, or bill of sale. Additionally, real estate contracts, leases, and other related documents may also need to be notarized.

Loan Documents

Banks and lenders require notarized signatures on significant financial contracts such as mortgages, car loans, and home equity loans. This practice serves as a deterrent against borrowers making false claims of coercion or fraud. Additionally, it safeguards against fraudulent attempts to obtain loans under another person's identity.

Affidavits & Witness Statements

Affidavits are legally binding written statements that are made under oath and are commonly utilized in court proceedings. In order to ensure their validity, affidavits must be notarized. This requirement applies to various types of affidavits, such as those pertaining to marriages, divorces, and adoptions.  When a witness provides testimony or a sworn statement, they are typically required to sign it in the presence of a notary. This applies to witness statements given to the police, sworn affidavits, or depositions for legal disputes.

Business Documents

Notarization is a crucial requirement for various significant documents in corporations, including stock certificates, board resolutions, sales contracts, and shareholder agreements. Additionally, partnership agreements, commercial leases, and loan guarantees usually necessitate notarization to ensure the authenticity of business transactions.