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Traveling with Kids This Summer? You May Need a Notarized Consent Form — Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Wait.

By Rick Rolfe | May 6, 2025

Notarized by Rick – Mobile Notary in West Los Angeles Summer is almost here, and if your child is getting ready to travel, whether it’s out of state to see grandparents, overseas with a school group, or on a family trip with just one parent, you’re probably juggling flights, packing lists, and schedules. But there’s…

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What to Bring to Your Notary Appointment: The Only Checklist You’ll Ever Need.

By Rick Rolfe | May 1, 2025

If you’re searching for what to bring to your notary appointment, chances are you’re thinking something like: “I just want to make sure I show up with everything I need,  no surprises, no wasted trips, no last-minute stress.” Maybe you’ve never used a notary before. Maybe it’s been a while.Either way, you’re smart to double-check.When…

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Need a Notary to Come to Your Hospital or Assisted Living Community in West Los Angeles?

By Rick Rolfe | May 1, 2025

If you’re searching for “Can a notary come to my hospital or assisted living community?”, you’re likely in the middle of something important, and maybe even stressful. You’re helping a loved one sign critical documents. Or maybe you’re the one who needs to sign, and you’re recovering in a hospital bed or staying in a…

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Need to Apostille a Birth Certificate in West Los Angeles? Here’s How to Make It Simple.

By Rick Rolfe | May 1, 2025

If you’re searching for how to apostille a birth certificate in West Los Angeles, you’re probably thinking something like: “I have this birth certificate, and now I need it recognized in another country. I just want to get it done quickly, correctly, and without a bunch of red tape.” You’re not alone. Dealing with paperwork…

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Need a Reliable Mobile Notary and Apostille Service in West Los Angeles? Here’s Why People Trust Notarized by Rick

By Rick Rolfe | May 1, 2025

If you’re searching for “Notarized by Rick Mobile Notary and Apostille,” you’re probably thinking something like: “I need someone I can actually trust to get my important documents notarized or apostilled—and I don’t have time to run around town figuring it all out.” You want someone who’s professional, responsive, and makes the whole thing easy,…

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Mobile Notary vs In-Office Notary: Pros and Cons (What Most People Miss)

By Rick Rolfe | Apr 23, 2025

Have a document that needs to be notarized—but you’re not sure whether to drive to a notary office or have one come to you? You’re not alone. Most people don’t even know they have a choice.But that choice can save you time, hassle, and even money depending on your situation. Let’s break it down simply.…

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Get Real. New Deadline for California Residents to get REAL ID

By Rick Rolfe | Aug 19, 2024

The deadline for REAL ID is coming up – May 7, 2025. Learn some tips about getting yours.

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Quick Notarization at a local Post Office

By Rick Rolfe | Feb 22, 2024

I assisted a client needing a bank form notarized and then mailed urgently.

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Notarization of Health Care Directive at a Senior Living Community

By Rick Rolfe | Feb 12, 2024

My client wished to change her Health Care Directive to include a new agent.

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