A notary is a public officer credentialed and authorized by the state, in this case Florida, to perform specific duties. In real estate transactions, a notary acts as the official and impartial witness to the signing of important documents like deeds and mortgage agreements.
What does a notary do in real estate?
By verifying the identity of everyone involved in the process, a notary ensures that the individuals signing the documents are who they say they are and willingly enters the agreement. Notarization provides an additional layer of security, ensuring the transaction is carried out according to the law. Notaries are also responsible for keeping a transaction record, including who signed the documents and when they were signed.
What documents are notarized at closing?
Loan closings include multiple documents that must be notarized before the lender will fund the loan. Some states recognize Remote Online Notarization (RON) via secure video conferencing and notarize documents online. This method is ideal for out-of-state buyers, according to the Notary Public Association. Importance of Notaries in Real Estate Closings
Do you have to find your own notary for real estate transactions? You can do an online search, but all the experts advise asking your Lang Realty agent for a notary experienced in real estate transactions.
How to notarize a document in Florida?
Only an authorized notary can notarize real estate documents. Here’s the state of Florida’s official notary commission process
