Real estate deeds, powers of attorney, affidavits, certain estate-planning documents, and loan packages commonly involve notarization. Requirements can differ by document and jurisdiction.
The notary’s role is to verify identity and witness the signature or acknowledgment as required. A notary cannot tell you whether to sign, explain legal consequences, or prepare legal documents for you.
When scheduling, have the requesting party’s instructions available and bring your photo identification. This helps the appointment move cleanly.