I just placed a family member in a nursing home as they can no longer care for themselves. They need a Power of Attorney, a Last Will & Testament, and a Healthcare Surrogate document signed and notarized. Where can I get these documents?

There is a lot more to this question than simply the documents themselves. To answer your direct question, you can obtain these documents from an Estate Planning Attorney, a nationwide legal service like Premier Estate Planning, or even from an office supply store like Staples or Office Depot (although not very detailed or specific to your needs).

The bigger question is whether or not the person that will be signing these documents are able to make decisions on their own, thoroughly understand the document they are signing, are not being coerced to sign the documents and able to articulate their wishes that are listed in the documents to the notary that will be notarizing them.

What form(s) are needed for a VIN verification?

Florida Department of Motor Vehicles has a VIN and Odometer verification form (HSMV 82042 (REV. 01/15/21) ) that can be found here: https://www.flhsmv.gov/pdf/forms/82042.pdf?utm_expid=.jpjhodphswsihhtnmkkczw.1 Note the instructions on the second page for when this document is required. If you are purchasing a vehicle from a private party (not a dealer) ensure the odometer is accurate! Check out FL DMV page for great tips: https://www.flhsmv.gov/safety-center/consumer-education/buying-vehicle-florida/buying-private-sale/

Does Florida require my car title to be notarized?

To sell your vehicle and/or transfer the title of your vehicle that is currently titled in the state of Florida, does not require a notarization. However, if the vehicle holds a salvaged or rebuilt title, or the vehicle is being titled in Florida for the first time, then it is the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) that requires notarization.

I want my document notarized to make it legal, so people know it's true and if necessary, stand up in court! Are all notaries able to make any document legal or true?

Unfortunately the role of a Notary Public is NOT to make a document legal or true; their role is to certify the identity of the person signing the document. Notary Public officers are not attorneys and practices with the appearance of practicing law is considered a felony offense and the Notary will be charged! And, it is actually the person signing that holds the responsibility of ensuring the document is true. I'm happy to discuss the document you are needing or wanting to have notarized. Call me today at (239) 371-9706.

Do you have an office we can meet at?

Great question! The short answer is "no". I am a Mobile Notary which means I can travel to you or a mutually agreed upon location to notarize your documents. Call me at (239) 371-9706 today to schedule and discuss when and where you would like to meet and the document you need to have notarized.