Notary Tips
How To Painlessly Retrieve Divorce Records For Social Security
When it comes to applying for Social Security benefits or Medicare, one detail often catches people off guard: you may be asked to prove your marital status — especially if you’ve been divorced. For example: If you’re applying for spousal benefits or survivor benefits, the Social Security Administration (SSA) needs to verify your eligibility. If…
Read MoreMobile Notary Near Me
Need a Notary Public? Look No Further! Are you tired of the hassle of searching for a notary near you? It can be a time-consuming task for a busy individual. But fear not! The Document Diva is here to simplify your life. With over 20 years of experience as a mobile notary public, I proudly…
Read MoreTop 4 Child Travel Documents You Need in 2024
What documents will my child need to travel? As the summer travel season winds down and the holiday season approaches, many consider booking airline flights and hotels. However, when traveling with children, they often overlook the importance of having the necessary travel documents. To combat child abduction or trafficking, if both parents are not traveling,…
Read MoreHow to get an Apostille in Long Beach
Have you been asked to get a California Apostille for your document that is going out of the country? Initially, when people hear the phrase apostille, they are confused because they are unfamiliar with the term. What is an Apostille? An apostille is a state or federal authentication that allows the document to be sent…
Read MoreAre Witnesses Required to Notarize a Power of Attorney?
What is a Power of Attorney? A power of attorney allows an agent appointed by the principal to sign on their behalf if they are unable to for some reason. The most common reason I come across is due to sickness. Commonly I am called to hospitals or convalescent homes because a patient’s sickness or…
Read MoreParental Permission to Travel Abroad
Especially when the summer months are upon us, children will out of school, water parks will be open, the malls will be invaded by teenagers, and the beaches will be over run by sun worshipers looking for the perfect tan. Summer also brings the summer travel season. During summer travel, children may be traveling with…
Read MoreHospital Mobile Notary Services in Long Beach
Hospital notarizations are one of the specialized mobile notary services I provide through The Document Diva. These appointments often require more time, patience, preparation, and coordination than a routine notarization. A hospital stay can happen unexpectedly. Unfortunately, it is often during a medical emergency that families realize important documents still need to be completed or…
Read MoreHow to get a Power of Attorney Notarized in Jail
A loved one going to jail creates a handful of unexpected problems and stress. Not only is the American legal system complicated to navigate; it is also costly. And because someone is incarcerated does not mean that their financial obligations stop. Thankfully, there is a provision in the law that provides help. If an inmate…
Read MoreNotary Services for International Adoption Paperwork
One of the things I enjoy most about being a notary is the variety. As an international adoption notary, I have had the privilege of helping families with detailed adoption paperwork and document notarizations for countries around the world. One specialized service I provide is notarizing documents for families completing international adoption paperwork. Over the…
Read MoreWhat is an ‘Affidavit of Inability to Appear’ Form?
To get married in the State of California, an engaged couple needs to purchase a marriage license from the County Clerk before a marriage ceremony can take place. In most cases, both parties have to appear before the Clerk, but there are a few exceptions. If one of the parties is hospitalized or incarcerated, they…
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