Posted by Nancy M. Misenar on 2/1/08 10:39am
Msg #233520

Notarizing the Note

Hi fellow notaries, I am doing a closing today and they want me to notarize 3 notes, I have never notarized a note before here in Montana, this seems odd to me, any feedback would be appreciated.

Thanks

Reply by MistarellaFL on 2/1/08 10:48am
Msg #233524

It's not done very much, but sometimes I am also requested that.
No big deal.

Reply by Linda_H/FL on 2/1/08 10:51am
Msg #233526

Haven't had one since..Just make sure they let you know if they want an ack or jurat..you're notarizing the signature, not the doc - Like Misty said no big deal.

Good Luck!!

Reply by Nancy M. Misenar on 2/1/08 10:53am
Msg #233527

I called the company and they told me that the investors want 2 of the notes to say certifed true copies, I planned on attaching an ack. That should work right?


Thanks

Reply by Linda_H/FL on 2/1/08 10:53am
Msg #233528

Check your handbook - are you allowed to do that? n/m

Reply by MistarellaFL on 2/1/08 10:58am
Msg #233529

Re: Check your handbook - are you allowed to do that?

I think Linda means does your state allow you to certify copies in a notarial capacity.

Reply by Linda_H/FL on 2/1/08 10:58am
Msg #233530

Yes'm...thank you..:) n/m

Reply by Nancy M. Misenar on 2/1/08 10:59am
Msg #233531

Re: Check your handbook - are you allowed to do that?

I am in the process of checking that out...........

Thank you

Reply by sue_pa on 2/1/08 11:00am
Msg #233532

no, that won't work. Call your client and have them explain to you what they want. "Certified and true" has nothing to do with notarial acts in this case.

Reply by GA/Atty on 2/1/08 11:04am
Msg #233534

If they do not already have this stamped on the note itself, you should have the borrowers write it on the page where they sign. Then you just notarize their signatures as someone else stated.

Signing multiple notes without indicating that all but one are copies is a very bad idea for the borrower, no matter what state they are in.

Reply by Les_CO on 2/1/08 11:15am
Msg #233540

Good, free advise from an attorney! Will wonders ever cease?

Reply by Nancy M. Misenar on 2/1/08 11:20am
Msg #233544

Thanks for all your help, you guys are GREAT !!!!!

Thank you

Reply by dickb/wi on 2/1/08 11:58am
Msg #233569

that's right...and they are negotiable.....wow..... n/m

Reply by Ernest__CT on 2/1/08 12:27pm
Msg #233575

Hey! Be nice! A very nice attorney DID give _free_ advice! n/m

Reply by Les_CO on 2/1/08 4:57pm
Msg #233656

Re: Hey! Be nice! A very nice attorney DID give _free_ advice!

I guess I should have included a 'smiley face" or something. I said "good" advise, meaning I agree (for what that's worth) and free. Something one seldom sees. I applaud the attorney contributor!!!!! Good on you!!

Reply by dickb/wi on 2/1/08 11:56am
Msg #233567

you can't decide if it is to be an ack or jurat.....the.....

document maker has to make that decision........are you allowed to certify copies in montana?......there is a difference in certifying a copy and notarizing a signature.....

Reply by Nancy M. Misenar on 2/1/08 1:17pm
Msg #233590

Answer to my question.!!

Okay here's the answer from the State of Montana itself. When I notarize the original I put my wording on it then sign it, then make 2 copies of that and certify that the 2 copies are true and correct photocopies of said document signed by the borrower on said date.

Thanks to all of you again for your advise......I appreciate all of you........
Have a Great Weekend everyone. !!!!

Nanc

Reply by Gary_CA on 2/1/08 11:39am
Msg #233553

NO ABSOLUTELY NOT

You cannot notarize a note...


.... you could notarize a signature on the note though

>;-P The devil made me do it... it's been a long time since we've had anyone strain that gnat.

In CA I couldn't certify a copy, but I could acknowledge a dozen wet signatures on a dozen copies of the note.

You could also do a notary and leave a note when you're done... call me if you need any help with that one.

Reply by MistarellaFL on 2/1/08 11:40am
Msg #233555

Where you been Gary?

I have missed your humor!

Reply by Gary_CA on 2/1/08 11:45am
Msg #233559

I just hope there's no wooden spoon in my future. 2 busy

Not doing signings (though that has picked up a tad just lately)... other ventures have me running in circles.

Reply by MistarellaFL on 2/1/08 11:48am
Msg #233561

Re: I just hope there's no wooden spoon in my future. 2 busy

Lisa's the one with the wooden spoon handy, lol.
Aren't you getting dizzy?

Reply by LisaWI on 2/1/08 1:02pm
Msg #233584

Re: Where you been Gary?

Ditto. I miss your humor too. I always know if I click on your comment Im going to be smiling or crackin' up laughin'. Something we all need these days