Is it legally acceptable to have a quit claim deed for a property in Florida notarized in New Jersey?
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So legally, you're fine! The U.S. Constitution has something called the Full Faith and Credit Clause allowing you to seek a notary from any state. This basically means documents legally valid in one state are valid everywhere. This is also specifically stated in Florida law (FL Stat § 695.03(2)). I recommend notarize.com. It's cheap, fast, and easy.
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Hello, I just prepared a Quit Claim Deed for real property in Florida. The Deed requires a notary. But the Grantor is located in New Jersey. Does the Deed need to be notarized by a Florida notary? If so, I'm afraid that will not be possible.
I understand the situation with the Quit Claim Deed and the Grantor's location. Is the property located in Florida as well?
Yes.
Have you considered using a remote online notarization service for the notarization of the Quit Claim Deed?
Hmm... no. Tell me more.
Is there anything else the Real Estate Lawyer should know before I connect you? Rest assured they'll be able to help with remote online notarization.
No. I just need the information.
Hello! Legal Eagle here, and I am an attorney specializing in your area of law.
Did they already sign it?
No.
Ok thanks! Just a few more questions. Have you explored any other options for notarization besides remote online services?
I'm not familiar with remote notarization services. And I need to know if that is acceptable to witness a quit claim grantor in New Jersey regarding a Florida property.
So legally, you're fine! The U.S. Constitution has something called the Full Faith and Credit Clause allowing you to seek a notary from any state. This basically means documents legally valid in one state are valid everywhere. This is also specifically stated in Florida law (FL Stat § 695.03(2)). I recommend notarize.com. It's cheap, fast, and easy.
Okay, but can I just have a New Jersey notary stamp the document and then submit it to the Florida county clerk?
Yup! 100% It's totally legal.
Okay, thanks!
For sure! Did I thoroughly address your question? Did I provide top-tier service to you? If the answer is no to either, please let me know so I can help!
