Bank notaries are employees whose notary services are offered as a courtesy to customers — their employer absorbs the cost. As an independent notary, I operate as a small business. This means I cover my own expenses: professional certifications, insurance, supplies, travel, and the technology needed to serve you well.

What you gain in return is flexibility that a bank simply can't offer. I provide services your bank notary typically cannot, including remote online notarization and mobile appointments outside standard business hours — coming to you at a time and place that works for your schedule.

Absolutely! While I do offer mobile notary services and can come to you, I'm happy to meet wherever is most convenient. Popular options include coffee shops, libraries, your workplace, or any quiet public space where we can comfortably review and sign your documents.

For in-person appointments, I accept cash, Zelle, Venmo, and credit card. For remote online notarizations, credit card is the only payment method accepted at this time.

If the issue is something minor that I can correct on the spot — such as a missing stamp or seal — I'll take care of it immediately. If the notarization needs to be redone and the error was mine, I will redo it at no charge.

However, please keep in mind that as a notary I am not able to provide legal advice, and my role is limited to the notarization itself. If a redo is required due to an error in the document — such as incorrect information filled in by another party — that appointment will be billed as a new notarization.

At this time, I do not handle loan closing documents, though I anticipate offering that service later this year. Additionally, notaries are generally not permitted to notarize documents that have already been publicly recorded.

If you're unsure whether your document qualifies, feel free to reach out and I'll be happy to help point you in the right direction.

Unfortunately, this falls outside my role as a notary. Notaries are not permitted to provide legal advice or explain the contents of documents — my responsibility is limited to the notarization process itself.

If you have questions about your paperwork, I strongly encourage you to consult with an attorney or the appropriate professional before your appointment. Coming prepared will help ensure your signing goes smoothly and that you feel confident in what you're signing.