Faq – Traveling Notary Public in Santa Barbara

Frequently Asked Questions

🚗 NOTARY PUBLIC

What is a Notary Public?

A Notary Public is an official of integrity appointed by state government —typically by the secretary of state — to serve the public as an impartial witness in performing a variety of official fraud-deterrent acts related to the signing of important documents. These official acts are called notarizations, or notarial acts. Notaries are publicly commissioned as “ministerial” officials, meaning that they are expected to follow written rules without the exercise of significant personal discretion, as would otherwise be the case with a “judicial” official.

A Notary’s duty is to screen the signers of important documents — such as property deeds, wills and powers of attorney — for their true identity, their willingness to sign without duress or intimidation, and their awareness of the contents of the document or transaction. Some notarizations also require the Notary to put the signer under an oath, declaring under penalty of perjury that the information contained in a document is true and correct.

Impartiality is the foundation of the Notary’s public trust. They are duty-bound not to act in situations where they have a personal interest. The public trusts that the Notary’s screening tasks have not been corrupted by self-interest. And impartiality dictates that a Notary never refuse to serve a person due to race, nationality, religion, politics, sexual orientation or status as a non-customer.

As official representatives of the state, Notaries Public certify the proper execution of many of the life-changing documents of private citizens — whether those diverse transactions convey real estate, grant powers of attorney, establish a prenuptial agreement, or perform the multitude of other activities that enable our civil society to function.

What is an Apostille?

An Apostille is the name for a specialized certificate, issued by the California Secretary of State. The Apostille is attached to your original document to verify it is legitimate and authentic so it will accepted in one of the other countries who are members of the Hague Apostille Convention.

How do I get an Apostille?

We provide apostille service to all bay area residents. Our priority apostille service saves you time and money by processing your documents directly with the Secretary of State Office in Sacramento. Book an appointment and we will meet with you to pick up your documents and get the process started.

What do you need at the time of Signing?

Please review all documents for the correct spelling of names and correct dates. Please complete all forms except signatures and notarized areas. Make sure to bring a valid identification for the signing.

What type of ID is Acceptable?

Any one of the following Valid Identifications (providing they are current) are acceptable:
• California Driver’s License
• California Identification Card
• Two credible witness’s (for a person who does not have current ID)
• Mexico Driver’s license
• US Passport
• US Military ID Card
• Inmate ID Card
• Other State Driver’s License
• Other State Identification card
• Canada Driver’s License
• Foreign Passports stamped by USCIS

What Types of Documents do you Notarize?

• Power of Attorney
• Divorce Agreements
• Affidavits
• Oath Cards
• Parental Consent Letters
• Bonds
• Copy Certifications
• Wills & Trusts
• Guardianships
• Domestic Partnerships
• Bill of Sale
• Passport & Visa Authentications
• Adoption Documents
• Contracts
• Corporate Documents
• Vehicle Title Transfers
• Spousal Consent Forms
• Mylar Maps
• Condo Conversions
• Advanced Health Care Directive
• Estate Plans
• Proof of Life Documents
• Real Estate Documents
• Proof of Residency
• And many more!

How do I schedule an Appointment?

• You can call or text us at 415-448-7343 • An Appointment can be made using our online form located on the contact page. • You can send a request via email to matt@mmmobilenotary.net

🏘 LOAN SIGNING

What is a Signing Agent?

A Notary Signing Agent is a Notary who has special expertise to handle and notarize loan documents. For lenders, Notary Signing Agents are the critical final link to complete the loan. A Notary Signing Agent is hired as an independent contractor to ensure that real estate loan documents are executed by the borrower, notarized and returned for processing on time. Completing this critical part of the loan process enables the loan to be funded.

What Types of Loan Signings do you Handle?

Seller Packages, Purchases, Heloc, Refi Packages, Reverse, what ever type of loan you have, we have you covered. We are NNA certified Loan Signing Agents, background screened, E&O insured and backed by a CA bond.

What do you need at the time of Signing?

What type of ID is Acceptable?

What can a notary signing agent do & not do?

A notary public can:
• Attest documents and certify their execution for use in the USA and abroad
•Certify Powers of Attorney, contracts, deeds, wills and numerous other legal documents
• Administer oaths for local and international documents
• Witness signatures to statutory declarations, powers of attorney, affidavits, contracts and other legal documents
• Certify copy of documents for use in the US and abroad
A notary public cannot:
• Offer legal advice, or modify any terms on a document
• Notarize blank or incomplete documents
• Notarize signatures of people who are not present

What is your service area?

We come to you at your home, office, job site or any place that is most convenient for you. We primarily offer our coverage in and around San Francisco County. We also commonly offer service to surrounding Bay Area Counties including San Mateo, Marin, and Alameda Counties.

What form of payment do you Accept?

We accept cash, check, all major Credit/Debit Cards, Paypal, Venmo and ApplePay. For your convenience, we do also have invoicing accounts for companies and repeat clients.

How do I schedule an Appointment?

• You can call or text us at 415-448-7343 • You can send a request via email to matt@mmmobilenotary.net • Book an appointment online using our online form located on the contact page.

✋ FINGERPRINTING

Types of Fingerprinting Services offered?

Currently we perform traditional Ink card fingerprinting service used for both State & FBI submission.

What do you need at the time of Fingerprinting?

Make sure to bring a valid identification for the signing. For ink fingerprinting, we can provide the standard FBI Applicant FD-258 card free of charge.

Forms of ID Accepted:
• California Driver’s License or ID card
• US Military ID
• Passport
• Out of state Driver’s License of ID card
• Mexican Consulate card

*Minors not possessing a driver’s license can use a student body card as a form of ID.

What is your service area?

We come to you at your home, office, job-site or any place that is most convenient for you. We primarily offer our coverage in and around San Francisco County. We also commonly offer service to surrounding Bay Area Counties including San Mateo, Marin, and Alameda Counties.

What form of payment do you accept?

We accept cash, check, all major Credit/Debit Cards, Paypal, Venmo and ApplePay. For your convenience, we do also have invoicing accounts for companies and repeat clients.

How do I schedule an Appointment?

• You can call or text us at 415-448-7343
• An Appointment can be made using our online form located on the contact page.
• You can send a request via email to matt@mmmobilenotary.net