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Many new notaries frequently ask if they can notarize their own signatures. While this may seem convenient if a notary has a document to be notarized, the short answer is no, you cannot notarize your own signature. First, there is an obvious conflict of interest. A notary cannot notarize a document in which he or she has an interest, financial or otherwise. If you are the document signer, you obviously have some interest in the transaction. That alone disqualifies you from notarizing. In addition, it is illogical to take your own acknowledgment or administer an oath to yourself and then witne ..read more

Most people have heard of a notary, but not everyone knows what they do. If you’ve ever asked yourself “What is a notary public?”, you’ve come to the right place. While the requirements to be a notary public vary quite a bit from state to state, most notaries are hired to do one main thing – witness a signature so it can be verified. What Is a Notary Public? When you have to sign a legal or very important document, it is sometimes required that you sign it in front of a notary public. Simply put, this action is required to make sure the person whose name is on the document is the person actual ..read more