Loan Signings, Shoud I have a Notary or a Notary signing agent help me with real estate documents?

📌 What is a Notary Public?
A Notary Public is an official appointed by the state (in California, by the Secretary of State) to serve as an impartial witness in the signing of important documents. The notary’s primary duties include:

Verifying the identity of the signer
Ensuring the signer is signing willingly and not under duress
Administering oaths and affirmations when required
Completing notarial certificates such as Acknowledgments and Jurats
The purpose of a notary public is to help deter fraud and ensure trust in legal and financial transactions.

📌 What is a Notary Signing Agent (NSA)?
A Notary Signing Agent, also called a Loan Signing Agent, is a notary public who has received additional training and certification to handle and notarize loan documents for real estate and mortgage transactions.

In addition to verifying identity and notarizing, a signing agent is trained to:

Guide borrowers through a loan package
Ensure all required documents are signed, initialed, and dated correctly
Prevent errors that could delay the closing or funding of a loan
Return documents promptly to the lender, escrow, or title company
While a notary public can notarize many different types of documents, a Notary Signing Agent specializes in real estate loan closings and works closely with lenders, escrow officers, and title companies.

Facilitated the authentication of estate documents for a local law firm in Corona. This involved meticulously reviewing and notarizing various legal papers, ensuring they met all state and legal standards. Our prompt and detailed approach helped expedite the legal process, providing peace of mind to both the attorneys and their clients.

Provided comprehensive notary services for home buying transactions in Corona, supporting both buyers and real estate agents. By handling the notarization of closing documents, we ensured a smooth and efficient process, enabling successful property transfers while maintaining strict adherence to legal requirements.

Assisted a Corona-based startup with the notarization of key business contracts, facilitating seamless partnerships and agreements. Our role included verifying the identities of signatories and ensuring the legitimacy of documents, thus instilling confidence and fostering strong business relationships.