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Navigating Foreign Documents as a Florida Notary Public Understanding the Challenge Notaries in Florida have specific, limited duties defined by state law. They can perform notarizations like acknowledgments, jurats (oaths and affirmations), and attestation of photocopies. However, foreign notaries often have powers similar to attorneys, which can create confusion when a Florida notary is asked … Read more
Notarial Errors: The Leading Cause of Rejected Florida Apostilles Florida apostille notarial errors: Notaries public in Florida are governed by Florida Statutes Chapter 117, outlining the rules they must follow. While most notaries are conscientious professionals, some are inadequately trained, and even competent notaries can occasionally make mistakes. The Florida Department of State will reject … Read more
Reasons for having a Florida Last Will and Testament So, you don’t have a will? You’re not old, you don’t have any kids, and you don’t own a house. So why do you need one? It’s simple: a will ensures that your belongings go to the people you want them to go to when you … Read more
Introducing Florida Document Specialists’ Ludicrous Speed Same-Day Apostille Service! When you need an Apostille fast, Florida Document Specialists has you covered. We’re thrilled to introduce our Ludicrous Speed Same-Day Apostille Service, designed to get your documents processed at lightning speed without sacrificing accuracy or reliability. Our streamlined process ensures your documents are handled with care … Read more
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) Introduction Buying or selling property can seem like a tough maze of legal terms and processes. One key piece of this puzzle is the kind of deed used to pass on property. In Florida, quitclaim deeds and lady bird deeds are often used, each in its own way. In this easy-to-understand … Read more
Myths and Facts Pregnant and Scared? In the Hospital? Contact Us A Critical Choice: What Every Birth Mother Should Know About Adoption When DCF Appears at the Hospital Childbirth is a transformative life event. However, when the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) makes an appearance, a shroud of uncertainty can overshadow this otherwise … Read more
How To Fill Out PS Form 1583 for Online Notarization (Application for Delivery of Mail Through Agent) Notarize your USPS Form 1583 quickly and easily using online notarization. If you’re setting up a virtual mailbox, mail forwarding service, or using a Commercial Mail Receiving Agency (CMRA), the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) requires PS Form 1583 … Read more
Home Title Lock: Is It Worth the Money? In recent years, the fear of “home title theft” has been on the rise, spurred by sensational advertising campaigns warning homeowners that their property deeds are vulnerable to fraud. One of the most visible players in this space is Home Title Lock, a company that promises to … Read more
Notice of Commencement in Florida: Everything You Need to Know What Is a Notice of Commencement? A Notice of Commencement (NOC) is a legal document required in the state of Florida before starting certain construction or improvement projects on real property. It is recorded or eRecorded with the county clerk’s office and serves as an … Read more
The Ethical Challenges and Responsibility of Being an Online Notary: Establishing Capacity and Non-Coercion Ethics in Online Notarization: A Brief Backstory Back in 2014, when Florida Document Specialists was just beginning its journey, we realized that becoming notaries public was essential. Most of our clients—whether dealing with adoption, divorce, or other legal documents—needed notarization before … Read more
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