When you create a Will or a Trust, you’re making monumental decisions about your future, your assets, and your family’s well-being. But a signature alone isn’t always enough to make those wishes ironclad.
Think of us as your impartial witness. By notarizing your estate planning documents, we confirm your identity, verify you are acting of your own free will, and ensure you understand what you are signing.
What happens WITHOUT notarization? If you sign a Will at your kitchen table without a notary, your family could face a nightmare in probate court after you pass away. The court will need to verify that your signature is real. To do this, they have to track down the people who witnessed you sign it and have them testify under oath. If those witnesses have moved away, passed away, or can’t be found, the court might declare your Will invalid, and your assets will be divided according to state law—not your wishes. Furthermore, disgruntled family members can easily claim the document is a forgery or that you were pressured into signing it.
What happens WITH notarization? When you sign your Will with us, we attach a specific document called a “self-proving affidavit.” This sworn statement acts as the witnesses’ testimony in advance. When the time comes, the probate court accepts the notarized document immediately, without needing to track down anyone to verify the signatures. It dramatically speeds up the legal process, saves your family thousands in legal fees, and makes it incredibly difficult for anyone to contest your final wishes.
Need to secure your legacy? Let Roaming Record bring the notary to you. We provide convenient, professional mobile notary services right to your living room or office so you can protect your family with confidence.
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