ESTATE PLANNING SIGNINGS
Why Trust
MDG Notary for Your Important Signing?
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MDG Notary offers mobile notary services, allowing signings to take place at a location convenient for you or your clients, whether it’s at home, an office, or another agreed-upon location. Our team is dedicated to arranging appointments at times that are most convenient for you.
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By staying up to date with the latest legal standards and regulations, MDG Notary guarantees full compliance during the notarization process. Ensuring the risk of any legal issues arising from improperly executed documents is minimized.
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The heart and soul of MDG Notary is the meticulous preparation and commitment to excellence that goes into each signing. You can rest assured that you won’t have to worry about errors or the need to look for another notary.
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MDG Notary prides themselves on their extensive experience with a wide range of estate planning documents. Recognized for their proficiency in managing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives, MDG Notary ensures that all documents are signed accurately and in full compliance with state laws.
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As a client of MDG Notary, you can be confident that your data is protected with the highest level of security, whether you schedule online or over the phone. During every signing, all documents containing sensitive information are handled with the utmost confidentiality.
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MDG Notary will be your single point of contact for all your notarial needs, simplifying the coordination of signings and swiftly resolving any issues that may arise.
Notarization Process
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By Phone: To schedule an appointment over the phone, please call our office at 714-448-2044. Our friendly staff will assist you in selecting a convenient date and time for your estate planning signing.
Online: You can also schedule an appointment through our website. Simply navigate to the scheduling section, choose your preferred date and time, and provide all necessary information.
Please Provide:Time: Your preferred time slot.
Date: The specific day you wish to meet.
Location: The address where the meeting will take place.
Documents: Any relevant documents that need to be reviewed during the appointment.
Requests: Any special requests or additional information that may help us prepare for your signing.
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Preliminary Call
During our preliminary call, we will discuss your specific notarization needs, including the types of estate planning documents requiring notarization, the desired location, time, and date for our signing appointment together. As well as any special requests you may have.Communication Approach
Our priority is to work alongside you by maintain open lines of communication with you, offering timely updates, flexibility, and effective solutions to ensure a smooth and efficient process.
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Verification of Parties Involved
Upon arrival we will begin the signing by verifying the identity of the signers & the notary.
Notarial Journal Entry
By law, all California notaries must retain accurate and complete records of the signers' notarizations in their journal.Careful Review of Documents
MDG Notary strongly advise signers to take the time to thoroughly read and understand each document before signing. As failure to do so may result in unintended consequences.Notarizing Documents
Upon completion of the signatures, the notary will then proceed to sign and stamp the document or notarial certificateAddressing Questions or Concerns
Once all documents have been completed, any questions or concerns that may have risen during this process will be addressed. After addressing these questions or concerns, our signing is complete, and the only thing left to do is to scan, mail or deliver your documents if needed.
Always Here to Help
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you require any further information or support. Thank you for choosing our services for your estate planning needs.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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When notarizing your documents our role as notaries, we must be impartial witnesses to your signing, verifying the identities of the signers and confirming that they are signing willingly and understand the contents.
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A notary verifies the identity of the signer by examining their government-issued identification and ensuring it matches the person signing the document. The ID must be current or issued within five years.
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Estate planning documents that often require notarization include real property deeds, living trusts, healthcare directives, Powers of Attorney for property management, property titles, grants, and estate plans. These documents need to be notarized to ensure their authenticity and legality.
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Yes, notarizing your document can help prevent disputes, challenges, or claims of fraud in the future, providing peace of mind to both the clients and their beneficiaries.
(For Example: By notarizing an agreement between two signers, neither party can say "we didn't sign or agree" at a later date) -
The signer must present valid identification (satisfactory evidence) that meets California’s requirements. Acceptable forms of ID include:
-California driver’s license or ID card,
-U.S. passport, or
-Other government-issued identification cards that contain a photograph, description of the person, signature, and an identifying number. -
No, as notaries we cannot provide legal advice (unless they are also an attorney). A notary’s role is limited to witnessing the signing of documents and verifying the identity of the signers.
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The information provided is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice.
Consult with a qualified attorney for specific legal guidance related to your situation.
Source:
American Bar Association (ABA)
National Notary Association (NNA)
Internal Revenue Service (IRS)
