About Us & Notary FAQ

Story About Essential Signing Services

About Essential Signing Services

Tara has over twelve years of customer service experience and seven years of supervisory and management practice, especially in the healthcare industry. Prior to starting her own company, she held senior-level positions for companies such as the New England Healthcare Employees Union, and Bannister Nursing care center. During that period a personal tragedy struck while caring for her sick sister and being wholly engaged in taking care of her family she was determined to start her own business and achieved that goal. Sadly her sister has since passed on February 9, 2018, from Tripple negative breast cancer. She is Tara’s inspiration for seeing the strong need for mobile notary services.


She became a member of the National Notary Association for educational purposes and the best notary public and signing agent practices of laws.

Essential Signing Agent Services came from the result of her passion for helping people. Tara is a notary public commissioned in the county of Providence the State of Rhode by the Governor of the State of Rhode Island. She has also been duly certified as a Loan Signing Agent by the National Notary Association. Tara prides herself on being very professional, detail-oriented, customer-friendly, efficient and very knowledgeable. She uses her interpersonal skills, her renowned integrity, her flexibility, and her positive disposition to assist her valued clients diligently.


Tara credits her success to a combination of hard work, a solid educational foundation, surmounting numerous challenges, strong faith, and a loving family.

*Tara is not an attorney licensed to practice law in this state. Tara is not licensed to draft legal records nor does Tara give advice on legal matters.

Notary FAQ

  • What is a notary public?

    According to the National Notary Association, a notary public is a public servant appointed by state government to witness the signing of important documents and administer oaths. 

  • What does a notary public notarize?

    A notary public notarizes any document in which an originator needs to ensure the integrity of the signer.  A notary public verifies the identity of the signer, and that they are signing knowingly and willingly.  This process helps deter the fraudulent execution of documents.

  • What is Remote Online Notarization?

    With remote notarization, a signer personally appears before the Notary at the time of the notarization using audio-visual technology over the internet instead of being physically present in the same room. Remote online notarization is also called webcam notarization, online notarization or virtual notarization.

  • How does a notary verify the identity of the signer?

    A notary will ask a signer for a document such as a driver’s license or government-issued identification card that includes a photograph, signature and some information describing the person.

  • Can a Notary Public prepare or assist in the preparation of any documents?

    No, a notary public can only witness the signing of the documents, not assist or prepare any documents.  To assist or prepare documents would be an unlawful practice of law. This keeps the notary’s position as an impartial witness to the signing.

  • Can I be refused a notarization?

    A notary public may refuse to perform a notarization if he or she cannot be certain of a prospective signer’s identity, willingness, or understanding of what is happening at that moment.  In addition, a notary may not notarize a document in which he or she has a financial interest.

  • Can a notary certify a copy of a document?

    State laws may vary, but in general, no.  For vital records documents such as birth certificates and marriage certificates, the requestor should visit the local agency that holds these documents, such as a local county clerk.  There are some limited instances when a notary may certify a copy, but it is best to check with the notary of your state.

  • What about immigration paperwork. Can a notary public prepare or notarize immigration papers?

    A notary may notarize papers that require notarization, such as the Affidavit of Support, but they may not prepare or file another person’s immigration papers unless he or she is an attorney or a US DOJ accredited representative.

  • What do I need to get a document or form notarized?

    A valid ID is required for any notary service regardless of the circumstance. 

  • What forms of ID are accepted?

    • State-issued driver’s license
    • State-issued identification card
    • U.S. passport issued by the U.S. Department of State
    • U.S. military ID
    • State, county and local government IDs
    • Permanent resident card, or “green card,” issued by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services*

    any notary service regardless of the circumstance. 

  • What is a signing agent?

    A Notary Signing Agent or Loan Signing Agent is someone who is licensed/certified to perform signing services in NSA’s State or jurisdiction.

  • Do you travel to hospitals for emergency signings?

    Yes, we can travel to hospitals for emergency 24/7 signings and notary services.

  • What do I need to bring to get a document notarized?

    All we need is a government-issued ID. (Passport, License, or Identification card)

  • How long does it take to get a document signed?

    Times vary depending on the number of documents. Typically 5-10 minutes for basic notary/signing services, and up to 1 hour for more complex documents.

Why Choose Essential Signing Services?

We stand out as the best notary service thanks to our unwavering commitment to precision, reliability, and unmatched client satisfaction

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Accurate

Our work is done with quality precision

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Reliable

We have you covered from beginning to end

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Mobile

We are convenient and come to you 24/7

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Professional

Always on time and ready to serve you