On Wed, 17 Mar 2004 15:41:04 -0500, "Scott Hedrick"
<dinehnm@yahoo.com> wrote:
In general, how important are witnesses to a real estate conveyance
(specifically a warranty deed, but I'm asking the question of quitclaims or
other conveyances as well), if the grantor's signature is notarized?
It's my understanding that acknowledgement, typically taking the form of
having the signature notarized, is generally necessary to have the document
recorded. Wills typically require at least two witnesses whether or not they
are notarized to be valid. What about deeds?
The notarization generally serves the function of the witnesses, i.e.,
proof that the signer signed the document and was competent to the
satisfaction of the notary.
Daniel Reitman
