What happens when the name on a signer's identification doesn't exactly match the name on the document? Name discrepancies are common, but the answer isn't always as simple as requiring an exact match. Learn what Notaries should consider—and why your state's identification laws matter.

A Signature/Name Affidavit can help document the different names a signer may have used—but can a Notary rely on it to establish the signer's identity? Understanding the difference between a lender's identification concerns and a Notary's legal identification requirements is essential.