FREE DE Notary Real Estate Documents Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following real estate documents commonly requires notarization in Delaware?

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Mortgage

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Sales contract

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Home inspection report

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Property tax bill

Question 2

What additional step is required when notarizing a real estate document that involves an out-of-state signer in Delaware?

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The notary must confirm the signer's location and identity through two forms of ID

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The document must be re-notarized in the signer’s home state

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The notary must notify the Delaware Secretary of State

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The notary must ensure the document is valid in both states

Question 3

Which of the following statements about notarizing a real estate power of attorney in Delaware is correct?

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The notary should ensure the principal (person granting authority) is of sound mind

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The notary should prepare the power of attorney document

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The notary must ensure the agent signs on behalf of the principal

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The notary must refuse to notarize a power of attorney

Question 4

When notarizing a real estate affidavit in Delaware, what must the notary ensure?

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That the affidavit is signed in their presence

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That the affidavit is signed by the real estate agent

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That the affidavit is prepared by an attorney

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That the notary provides legal advice on the affidavit

Question 5

What is the notary's role when notarizing a real estate lease agreement in Delaware?

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To witness the signatures of the landlord and tenant

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To ensure the lease terms are fair

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To draft the lease agreement

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To negotiate the lease terms