Notary FAQ Section

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.

What is the difference between an Oath and an Affirmation?

Unexpired Originals must be presented at the time of signing:

• Texas Driver's License

• Other Federal or States Issued Driver's License

• US Military ID Card

• US Passport

• Foreign Passports Stamped by US Customs

• Inmate ID card

  * The name you will be signing on the document must match or be “Shorter than” the name on your ID. An ID in your maiden name along with a marriage license evidencing your married name is not acceptable.

What types and forms of ID is acceptable?

What does a Notary Public and Notary Signing Agent do?

A Notary's duty is to screen the signers of important documents 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. Loan Signing Agent has the benefits of being a Notary but also being able to guide you through the Loan Documents process and help complete them.

An oath is a solemn promise to God and an affirmation is a solemn promise on one's own personal honor. If your notarial act requires an oath or affirmation, I will ask you to choose one of these.​

What is RON (Remote Online Notarization) and how does it work?

What are your General Notary Work Rates?

"RON" stands for "Remote Online Notarization," which means a notary can electronically notarize documents with a signer who is not physically present in the same location, using secure audio-visual technology like a webcam to verify their identity and witness their signature, all done through a dedicated online platform. In Texas, this process requires the notary to be physically located within the state while the signer can be anywhere.

• For each Notarial Act - $10

• For each signature after the first - $1

• Travel within Denton County (76205) - $35

• Travel within 20 mile radius of 76205 - $45

• Travel within 30-50 miles of 76205 - $65

  * Please request a quote for more detailed and accurate pricing. Pricing varies based on what service is needed to be completed, and extra fees may be added on if it requires additional services.

DISCLAIMER: I am not an attorney licensed to practice law in Texas and may not give legal advice or accept fees for legal advice. Under the Texas Admin. Code Rule § 87.40, A Notary Public is prohibited by law to act in the capacity of an attorney, give advice in preparing legal documents, issue identification cards, distribute confidential information or perform any notarial act unless the signer is present. Any questions about your documents should be addressed to the lender, title company, or an attorney.