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How to Find a Notary

Depending on where you live, you should find it easy to locate a notary public ready to assist you. Many establishments in any town or city employ notaries, with many even offering same-day notary service to clients. Some of the best locations to find a notary include: ●        Post Offices ●        Libraries ●        Shipping Companies ●        Law Offices ●        Print & Copy Stores ●        Real Estate Firms ●        Banks ●        Accountants Offices ●        Hotel Business Service Centers Before you head out to any of these places to get a document notarized, we recommend you call first. The notary may only be available during certain hours—or they may notarize documents for customers only. If you are still looking for a notary, then it is time to contact your secretary of state. This government agency usually handles notary commissions and can provide a searchable database of registered notaries on its Website. Depending on your state’s Website, you c

What Are the Qualifications to Become a New Notary in Michigan

What does it take to become a new notary in Michigan? If you are interested in generating extra income for yourself or your family, this is a question you might have found yourself asking. Thankfully, whether you are looking to become a new notary or renew as a notary , the process is easy if you have the right help. As a notary, you are able to serve the public as an unbiased, impartial witness to document signings while beefing up your resume, helping people in your community, and earning more money. Becoming a notary is fairly straightforward as long as you meet the eligibility requirements listed below. To apply to become a Michigan notary public, an applicant must meet all of the following criteria: ●        Be At Least 18 Years of Age ●        Be a Resident of Michigan or Maintain a Principal Place of Business in Michigan ●        Be a United States Citizen or Possess Proof of Legal Presence in the United States ●        Be a Resident of the County from Which an Appoin

Frequently Asked Questions About Notary Seals

Looking for a deeper understanding of notary seals? Then let us answer a few questions about these vital notary supplies for you! What Happens When Your Notary Seal Date Expires? Most states require that your notary seal contains your name, the words “notary public,” and the date on which your commission expires. However, just because the commission seal date has expired doesn’t mean the notarized document is invalid. The document remains valid as long as the notary notarizes the document before the commission expiration date. What If There Is No Room on the Document for a Seal? Documents needing notarization typically have more than enough room for you to place your seal. However, there are occasions when the document won’t have sufficient space. To further complicate matters, overlapping the notary’s signature or other vital elements could void the document. That makes the easiest solution to this problem to attach a notary certificate to the back of the document. This second cert

How to Become an Illinois Notary or Renew Your Notary Commission

When compared to other states, becoming an Illinois notary is actually pretty easy. Any Illinois resident 18 years or older with no felony convictions is eligible to apply to become a new notary . Some of the other qualifications for becoming an Illinois notary include the following:                1. Be 18 Years of Age or Older                2. Have Lived or Worked for 30 Days or More in the State of Illinois                3. Be a Citizen or a Permanent Resident of the United States                4. Not Have Had a Notary Public Appointment Revoked or Suspended in the Last 10 Years                5. Be Able to Read, Write, & Understand the English Language                6. Have No Felony Convictions. If you meet the above qualifications, you are ready to apply to become a notary. Just purchase a four-year, $5,000 Illinois notary bond, complete the required application, and mail the completed and notarized notary application, the notary bond, a copy of your driver’s lice