Many people may not know exactly what notaries do or what types of services they provide. Here are a few common myths about the notary profession. 1. Being a notary is not a “real” career. Some people believe that the […]
In the state of Georgia, when you go for a notarization, you will need to bring one form of ID with you. The ID must include a photograph, a physical description, and a signature. Examples of identification that you may […]
In this past year, as technology has advanced, there have been several new initiatives in the field of electronic notarization and electronic signatures. In South Dakota and Utah, legislators have enacted bills that allow notaries to use electronic signatures to […]
In a notarization, there are certain procedures that a public notary must follow. These are as follows: Insist that the signer appear physically in person at the time of the notary act Clearly establish the identity of the signer with by […]
How does a notary proceed if a client wants a notarization for a document but is blind or illiterate? Can the notary public offer some protections to ensure that the client understands the document fully? Notarization for the blind or […]
Last year, the Georgia Agriculture Tax Exemption Program went into effect and allowed farmers to be exempt from sales tax on qualified purchases. To qualify for the program, farmers have to register to the Georgia Department of Agriculture. In 2013, […]