PandaDoc Notary Self-service for independent notaries The notarization process is an essential aspect of conducting legal transactions. Remote Online Notarization (RON) has become increasingly popular, helping individuals and businesses to sign important documents digitally using a RON platform. However, signing up for a RON platform can be expensive and time-consuming for solopreneurs who want to go digital with their signing business. That’s where PandaDoc Notary Self-service comes in, simplifying the process and making it more accessible for independent notaries. At its core, PandaDoc Notar ..read more

According to the Notary Association, there were more than 5 million notaries in the U.S. in 2020. Online or digital notary services also have the same foundational principle as traditional notarization. In 2022, many states have legislation that allows online notarization. The truth is that virtual notarization makes more sense in the digital age than in-person notarization. On the flip side, a big chunk of notarization across the U.S. still revolves around paper-based notarization. Still, the changing shift to online notarization and electronic notarization prompts an urgent need to learn mor ..read more

These days, businesses of all sizes operate in a fast-paced and highly connected world. This means that the ability to get a job done quickly and accurately in order to keep the workflow moving forward is critical.  When it comes to notarizing documents, there are many traditional in-person notarization options to choose from. Unfortunately, many of these services are costly and require you to schedule a meeting time well in advance. Remote Online Notarization (RON), on the other hand, provides convenient and affordable access to these services without any of the hassle.  Before the ..read more

If you watch crime shows, there is a decent chance that you might have come across terms that you aren’t familiar with. One of those words is “affiant,” commonly used in courtroom settings.  Making sure that your affidavit is lawfully sufficient, easy to read, and organized is a challenging and daunting task in the best of circumstances. The undertakings are often restricted by time constraints and the requirements of judges and prosecutors.  However, with a few accessible and feature-rich tools and simple guidelines, it has become easier for every prospective affiant to create legit ..read more

If you are looking for reliable and convenient alternatives to Notarize for Remote Online Notarization (RON) services, you’ve likely noticed that there is no shortage of options out there. As more states continue to enact some form of permanent RON law, more platforms offer online notary solutions.  Being able to capture valid, legally-binding e-signatures easily and securely is often crucial to your business’s success. Notarize can be a great starting point for businesses and title agents who need fast and efficient access to notarization solutions. Starting at $99 per month + $25 per no ..read more

As more states continue to embrace the security and convenience of Remote Online Notarization (RON), PandaDoc launches Notary, an all-in-one platform where businesses with an in-house notary can create, edit, eSign, and notarize documents online in minutes. Unlike traditional/pen and paper notarization, which offers limited availability and requires signers to be physically present in the same location, PandaDoc Notary offers availability, convenience, ease of use, all within a legally-binding platform. It’s never been easier to run a fast, secure, and 100% state-compliant online not ..read more

PandaDoc Notary Remote Online Notarization (RON) software is proud to announce that it is now a Certified eMortgage Provider by MISMO® – the standards development body for the mortgage industry. The RON software that meets industry and state laws, PandaDoc Notary achieved the MISMO certification, the first industry compliance standard for Remote Online Notarization solution providers, by following MISMO’s strict regulatory standards and best practices guidelines. What is MISMO, and what does it mean to be MISMO certified? Becoming a MISMO certified RON software makes it possible for our custom ..read more

One of the first questions that come to your mind when notarizing a document is, does it expire? You may wonder how long a notarized document is legal and valid for. If there is an expiration date, what happens when it expires? If you have been searching for the answers to such questions or anything similar, you are in the right place. This post will give you valuable insight into the validity of traditional notaries, online notary and anything related to the timeline of their validity. You will learn: Expiration of notaries Does a notarized document ever expire? Different types of notarized ..read more

Most, if not all, legal documents require notarization to make them legally binding. A notary public or notary is a government-assigned individual whose job is to authenticate important documents as they are being signed. These documents can include closing a deal on a home, transferring power of attorney, or opening a retirement account. This article will cover notary publics, notarial acts, notary journals, and who is permitted to view a notary journal under the law: What is a notary public? What is a notary journal? Electronic notary journals Laws pertaining to notary journals The fut ..read more

In the notary world, jurats and acknowledgments are used for standard purposes. Of course, not everyone is part of the notary space and that prompts the need to learn a thing or two about jurats and acknowledgments. But whether you’re a notary expert or a layman, it is essential to understand the difference between the jurats and the acknowledgments. In most cases, the difference between the jurats and the acknowledgments befuddles many people because of similar use cases and overlaps. At its core, both jurats and acknowledgments work as certificates. You can use these jurat notary stamps and ..read more