Most people think of notaries only when buying a house or refinancing a mortgage. But the truth is, notarization shows up in more places than you might expect. A notary’s role is to verify identity, witness signatures, and add an extra layer of trust and protection to important documents.
Here are five real-life situations where a notary can make all the difference—some of which might surprise you:
Traveling Internationally With Kids
If one parent is traveling alone with a child, many airlines and border authorities require a notarized consent form from the other parent.
This helps prevent child abduction and ensures smooth travel plans. Without it, you could face delays or even be denied boarding.
Helping an Aging Parent
When it comes time for your parents (or grandparents) to set up powers of attorney or healthcare directives, notarization is often required.
Having these documents properly signed and notarized ensures that their wishes are honored and legally recognized when it matters most.
College-Bound Young Adults
Once your child turns 18, you no longer have automatic legal authority to step in during an emergency. Forms like medical releases, financial powers of attorney, and FERPA waivers often require notarization. Getting these in place before move-in day can save major headaches later.
Starting a Small Business
Whether you’re forming an LLC, signing a partnership agreement, or applying for certain business licenses, notarization may be part of the process.
It’s one way government agencies and banks confirm the validity of your documents.
Real Estate - Beyond Closings
Yes, closings are the big one—but real estate also involves deeds, affidavits of heirship, lien releases, and more.
Many of these documents need a notary before they can be filed or recorded with the county.
Why It Matters
Notarization isn’t just red tape—it’s protection. It helps deter fraud, provides legal credibility, and ensures documents stand up if ever challenged. Think of it as a safeguard for life’s important moments.
Chances are, at some point, you’ll encounter a situation where a notary is needed—sometimes on short notice. That’s why having a trusted notary you can call makes the process much easier.
If you’re in Kitsap County or need a document notarized remotely, I’d be glad to help. Contact me here to schedule your signing.
DISCLOSURES:
Precision Notary and its employees are not attorneys licensed to practice law in this state. We are not allowed to draft legal records, give advice on legal matters, including immigration, or charge a fee for those activities.
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