How we handle signings
We perform in-person signings for loan closings, refinances, and document notarizations with an emphasis on accuracy and punctuality. Each appointment follows a clear sequence: verify signer identity, review pages that require initials and signatures, notarize where necessary, and return executed documents via secure courier or digital upload per lender instructions.
Scope of services
- Loan closing attendance for lenders and title companies.
- Notarial acts required for real estate documents, including acknowledgments and jurats.
- Mobile signings at residences, offices, or agreed public locations within the Trenton area.
- Document handling and secure chain-of-custody procedures.
- Coordination with escrow, title, and mortgage providers to confirm signing packages and return instructions.
What to expect at the appointment
Before the appointment you will receive clear instructions on required identification and any documents to bring. The signer should have government-issued photo identification. The signing itself is conducted methodically: consent and identity check, page-by-page guidance on where to sign and initial, then notarization of applicable signatures. After execution, all documents are reviewed to confirm completeness before they are dispatched.
Service areas and availability
Services are available in Trenton and surrounding municipalities. If a signing is requested outside the standard service area, we will confirm logistics, travel fee, and timing in advance.
Fee structure and billing
Fees are based on the type of transaction, travel distance, and any expedited handling required by the lender or title company. Estimates are provided upon request and documented in writing. We accept payment by electronic transfer or company check as agreed in advance.
Security and recordkeeping
Executed documents are handled with chain-of-custody procedures to protect client confidentiality. Physical packages are tracked, and digital copies are stored following established retention practices. Notary certificates and journal entries are recorded per state regulations.
Frequently asked questions
- What ID is acceptable?
- Current government-issued photo ID such as a state driver’s license or passport. Expired IDs are not acceptable without prior authorization from the requesting lender or title company.
- Can someone sign on behalf of the borrower?
- Only if there is a valid power of attorney that the lender accepts. The agent must present the POA and acceptable identification.
- How soon can a package be returned?
- Return times depend on the lender’s requirements. Standard same-day dispatch is available when requested and scheduled early in the day.