Fast, in-person notarization in Putnam County.
Need something notarized? Come in — we'll be notary-equipped every day we're open. No appointment, no membership, no hassle. Standard New York State fees apply ($2 per signature). If you need something printed or scanned as part of the process, our print desk can handle that on the same visit.
What to bring
- A valid, unexpired photo ID — driver's license, state ID, passport, or permanent resident card
- Your unsigned document — do not sign it before you arrive. The notary must watch you sign.
- Every signer — if multiple people are signing, all must be present with their own IDs
- Any witnesses required by the document — ask us in advance if your document needs witnesses beyond the notary
Documents we commonly notarize
- Affidavits and sworn statements
- Power of attorney (POA) forms
- Real estate documents (deeds, lien waivers, some closing paperwork)
- Loan and mortgage documents
- Medical forms and HIPAA releases
- Parental consent and travel authorization letters
- Vehicle title transfers and bills of sale
- Copy certifications (where permitted by law)
- USPS Form 1583 (we'll notarize this free when you rent a mailbox with us)
What a notary can and can't do
A notary public in New York verifies identity and witnesses signatures — that's the core job. A notary cannot give legal advice, draft your document, tell you whether to sign, or interpret what the document means. If you need legal guidance, bring the questions to an attorney before you come in to sign.
Fees
New York State caps standard notary fees at $2.00 per signature. That's what we charge — no surcharges, no "convenience fees." If you need multiple copies notarized, or if your document has multiple signers, the fee is per signature.
Special cases
- Mobile / off-site notary — not currently offered. All notarization is in-store.
- Electronic notarization (eNotary) — not currently offered.
- Will or living trust — we can notarize signatures, but New York wills require specific witness procedures. Bring your witnesses, and we strongly recommend an attorney's guidance first.
- Apostille & authentications — we notarize the document; the apostille itself is issued by the NY Department of State. We can advise on the process.