Notary Myths We Should Stop Believing — Debunked by ANF Signings LLC
At ANF Signings LLC, we specialize in notary services that support banks and financial institutions nationwide. Whether it’s loan closings, document verification, or Remote Online Notarization (RON), we’ve heard every myth in the book.
Let’s set the record straight.
❌ Myth 1: A Notary Must Be Physically Present in the Same Room
✅ Reality: Thanks to Remote Online Notarization (RON), your members and clients can now have their documents notarized entirely online—no in-person meeting required.
With RON, notaries use secure audio-video conferencing to verify identity, witness signatures, and notarize documents legally and safely. It’s valid in many states and recognized nationwide.
At ANF Signings LLC, we provide both in-person and RON services, giving your credit union the flexibility to serve members near and far.
❌ Myth 2: Notaries Can Give Legal Advice or Fill Out Forms
✅ Reality: Notaries are not authorized to provide legal advice or complete forms on behalf of your members unless they are also licensed attorneys or legal document preparers.
Our role is to verify identities, witness signatures, and administer oaths—not to guide people on what to sign or how to fill it out. At ANF Signings LLC, we clearly communicate our role to protect both your credit union and your members from liability.
❌ Myth 3: Any Staff Member Can Act as a Notary Without Special Training
✅ Reality: Notaries must be commissioned by the state where they operate, and they must understand notarial law and procedure. Even minor errors—like using the wrong notarial certificate—can invalidate a document.
We ensure all our notaries at ANF Signings LLC are thoroughly trained, compliant, and up to date on state-specific regulations.
❌ Myth 4: Remote Notarization Isn’t Safe or Legally Recognized
✅ Reality: Remote notarization is not only secure—it’s also governed by state law and backed by encrypted technology, identity verification tools, and digital audit trails.
Many financial institutions are turning to RON to streamline document processing, improve member access, and cut down on in-branch traffic.
We offer RON services that are secure, compliant, and designed to meet the needs of modern financial institutions.
❌ Myth 5: Notary Services Are Just for Loan Closings
✅ Reality: While notaries play a big role in real estate and loan signings, their services extend to:
- Power of attorney forms
- Membership verification
- Signature affidavits
- Beneficiary changes
- Account updates
- And more
Whether it’s for a mortgage or a member account update, ANF Signings LLC can support your documentation process.
Let’s Work Together
Ready to modernize your credit union’s notary services?
📞 Contact ANF Signings LLC today to learn how we can support your team through:
In-person and remote notarization
Loan signings
Legal document verification
Witness services
And much more
📲 Book your appointments now! Call us 540-242-3477 or email us at Inquires@anfsignings.com.
