frequently asked questions
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A mobile notary is a notary public who travels to your location to notarize documents. This service is ideal for individuals who are unable to visit a notary’s office due to time constraints, mobility issues, or other reasons.
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I can assist with signing acknowledgments, jurats, power of attorney documents, deeds, affidavits, loan documents, contracts, wills, health care directives, trusts, and more. If you have a document that seems unusual, please get in touch. Remember, my role includes administering oaths and affirmations and verifying the identity of the signer (not the content of any documents).
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In California, the signing fee is set at $15 per document, per individual signer. My travel fees include a $25 call-out fee and $0.70 per mile. Both signing and travel fees are considered professional services and do not incur additional tax. There are no hidden costs.
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Clients within the home-base zone benefit from not having to pay the call-out fee or per-mile fee. To see if you qualify for this discount, use the calculator on the rates page - just enter your address to get started.
(Technically the algorithm is set to be free if the address is <2.2 Miles from the corner of Sapphire & Thoroughbred Streets in Alta Loma California 91701.)
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I am available Monday through Friday from 2pm to 7pm and on weekends from 10am to 4pm. For appointments outside of these hours, please reach out to discuss availability.
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Booking an appointment is quick and easy using our online booking form. Simply enter your information, and you can have your appointment scheduled in no time. For urgent requests, you can also call or email me directly.
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I provide mobile notary services throughout the Inland Empire, CA. Especially focusing on Rancho Cucamonga, Upland, Claremont, Chino Hills, Montclair, Fontana, Redlands and Riverside. If it's not snowing I'm even happy to come up to Mt Baldy - we can meet at the Lodge. Any further than these places it can get kind of expensive due to the mileage fee. Always feel free to contact me for a bespoke quote.
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Please have your documents printed and ensure all signers are present and have their valid photo identification on hand.
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I ask you to provide an email address when you book an appointment so that you will receive an invoice powered by Quickbooks online payment system.
I also take cash (exact amount), Venmo, Zelle or you can tap to pay with your credit or debit card, or any digital wallet, like Apple Pay or Google Pay via Quickbooks mobile.
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If you need notary services outside of my standard hours, please get in touch to discuss your needs. I will do my best to accommodate urgent requests when possible.
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No. A Notary’s primary role is to administer oaths and affirmations and verify the identity of the signer. The Notary does not verify the content of any documents.
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If you’re uncomfortable reading out loud during an oath or affirmation don't worry you can usually simply answer “I do” or "yes" to the notary’s question. I will guide you through the process and ensure that your response is properly recorded. Your comfort and ease during the notarization are important.
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Yes, I am a qualified Notary Public. My commission number is 2485756, with San Bernardino County and it is valid until March 30th 2028. I am fully and authorized to provide notary services in California. Additionally, I have a bond on file with the city of San Bernardino to protect the public and I also carry errors and omissions insurance. My business number is FBN20240004180.
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We do, and please don’t worry, you are safe with us. All you need is a valid ID - we don’t check or share citizenship information.
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We’re for humans, if you’re a human then you’re welcome here. We are happy to notarize documents for people from the LGBTQAI+ community.
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Misleading a notary or committing fraud can result in serious legal consequences. Providing false information, forging signatures, or attempting to deceive a notary is considered a criminal offense and can lead to severe penalties, including fines, imprisonment, and potentially felony charges. In California, such actions are taken very seriously, and individuals found guilty of fraud or deception may face criminal charges, civil lawsuits, and substantial damages. It is crucial to be honest and transparent during the notarization process to uphold the integrity and legality of your documents.