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Need a document notarized?
Q: What do I need to bring to my appointment?
Q: What do I need to bring to my appointment?
A valid, unexpired government-issued photo ID (driver’s license, passport, or state ID). The name must match the documents being signed.
Q: Do you provide document preparation or legal advice?
Q: Do you provide document preparation or legal advice?
No. As a California Notary, I can only verify identity, witness signatures, and notarize documents.
Q: What areas do you serve?
A: I serve San Francisco and surrounding neighborhoods, including Visitacion Valley and Bayview.
Q: Can you come to my home, workplace, or hospital?
Q: Can you come to my home, workplace, or hospital?
Yes! I offer mobile notary services and can meet at homes, offices, hospitals, or public locations like coffee shops.
Q: How much do you charge?
Q: How much do you charge?
A: My standard notary fee is $15 per notarized signature, plus a mobile travel fee depending on your location.
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
Q: What forms of payment do you accept?
A: I currently accept cash, debit/credit card, Zelle, Cash App, or Venmo.
Q: Do you charge extra for evenings or weekends?
Q: Do you charge extra for evenings or weekends?
A: Evening and weekend appointments are available and may include an additional convenience fee.
Q: What types of documents can you notarize?
Q: What types of documents can you notarize?
A: I can notarize acknowledgments, jurats, affidavits, power of attorney forms, real estate documents, parental consent forms, and more.
Q: Can you notarize documents for someone who doesn’t speak English?
Q: Can you notarize documents for someone who doesn’t speak English?
A: The signer must be able to communicate directly with me in a language we both understand. If translation is needed, a bilingual notary may be required.
Q: Do I need an appointment?
Q: Do I need an appointment?
A: Appointments are recommended, but same-day and urgent requests are welcome depending on availability.
Q: What if my ID is expired?
Q: What if my ID is expired?
A: California law requires valid, unexpired ID. However, certain exceptions apply for credible witnesses—please reach out to discuss your situation.
Q: Can you notarize for someone in a hospital or care facility?
Q: Can you notarize for someone in a hospital or care facility?
A: Yes, but please ensure the signer is alert, aware, and willing. I will need to verify this before proceeding.
Q: Can you notarize remotely or online?
Q: Can you notarize remotely or online?
A: California does not currently allow remote online notarizations. All signings must be done in person.
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