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How to Prepare for a
Mobile Notary Appointment in Florida
Mobile notarizations are convenient, but proper preparation ensures the appointment is smooth, professional, and completed without delays—especially since notaries must stay on schedule. Below is everything you need to know before your signing appointment.
Be On Time and Fully Ready Before the Notary Arrives
Mobile notaries operate on strict scheduling. Please ensure:
✅ All signers and witnesses arrive 15 minutes early
✅ Everyone is ready with their unexpired government-issued Photo ID
✅ All documents are filled out except for signatures
(Florida notaries cannot help fill out or interpret documents)
If you need to update an ID, visit the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) the day before your appointment: https://www.flhsmv.gov/
Same-day visits to FLHSMV may cause delays of several hours.
Prepare Your Signing Space
To maintain a professional, focused environment:
✅ Provide a clean, clutter-free table and chairs
(Dining table height—not a coffee table)
✅ Ensure the home has working air conditioning
✅ Choose a room with minimal distractions and good lighting
✅ Secure pets and plan supervision for children
(They are adorable, but signers must focus)
If your home isn't ideal for a signing, consider meeting at:
✅ A coffee shop
✅ A local library
(Check to see if the library has private meeting rooms or areas where people can speak freely)
✅ A business office
✅ A conference room
✅ A friend, relative or neighbor's home
Have All Required Witnesses Present
Certain documents require witnesses, such as:
✅ Wills
✅ Healthcare directives
✅ Durable power of attorney
✅ Deeds
Witnesses must:
✅ Bring unexpired government-issued Photo ID
✅ Be present the entire signing
✅ Not be named in the document they are witnessing
You may reference Florida witness guidelines here:
(Scroll to sections related to witnessing.)
Also, see our FAQs relating to IDs, Signature Witnesses, and Credible witnesses as a form of ID.
Keep Documents Accessible and Organized
Before the notary arrives:
✅ Ensure all pages are printed
✅ Keep documents in proper order
✅ Fill out all non-signature fields
✅ Review the documents yourself or with an attorney
(If it's a real estate loan signing, in most cases, the notary will have all documents from the title company. You will complete and sign documents before the notary. However, it is important to review the loan package prior to meeting with the notary to ensure you understand the documents and refer questions to the lender and title company. Notaries cannot explain documents.
Additionally, make sure the documents have your name spelled correctly, and you have required information on hand, such as Home Owner Insurance Company details, banking information for deposits and automatic payments - wire routing numbers and account numbers, etc.)
Remember, Notaries cannot provide legal advice.
Treat the Appointment Like a Professional Business Meeting
Even though the notary comes to you, this is still an official business transaction.
Signers should:
✅ Be presentable
✅ Be focused
✅ Avoid multitasking
✅ Silence phones during the signing
Quick Mobile Notary Checklist
✔ Valid government-issued unexpired Photo ID
✔ All witnesses present
✔ Documents filled out except for signature
✔ Clean table & chairs ready
✔ Quiet, distraction-free environment
✔ Children & pets supervised
✔ AC on / comfortable room
✔ Arrive 15 minutes early
Conclusion
A well-prepared environment helps ensure your mobile notary appointment is quick, efficient, and legally compliant. TMF Notary is committed to offering a smooth, stress-free notarial experience from start to finish.
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TMF Notary provides mobile notary and online notary services across portions of South Florida (mobile) — including Boca Raton, Delray Beach, Boynton Beach, all of Broward County, and nationwide (online). Whether you're searching for a notary near me, a traveling notary, or a Florida online notary, we make notarization fast, secure and convenient.
TMF Notary, LLC
Boca Raton, FL 33433
Monday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Thursday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
