When Your Notary Has to Confirm Their ID Too

I had a client recently who joked that they wouldn’t have believed I was the notary because I showed up with my own ID to verify their signature. It’s a strange world when the notary has to prove they’re not a double! It’s all about keeping things accurate, but I appreciate the humor in keeping everything above board.

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, I totally get it — > a strange world when the notary has to prove they’re not a double! I once had a client who insisted on doing a FaceTime call just to double-check my ID before we met! It’s funny how these traditions turn into mini inspections, but hey, I guess it keeps the process legit. Just wish it didn’t take up so much time, you know?

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It’s wild how we’re proving we exist to each other! I once had a client request a selfie with my ID just to be sure — I felt like a celebrity! Ever had anyone ask to fingerprint you too?

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, I feel you! Just last week, a client wanted me to take a live selfie holding my ID next to my face — it’s getting ridiculous, but I guess it keeps us all in check.

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