Deeds are among the most important documents in real estate. They transfer ownership rights, clarify title, and must be executed properly to be legally valid. In Massachusetts and across the U.S., a notary public plays a vital role in confirming identity, witnessing signatures, and ensuring deeds meet legal standards for recording.

Massachusetts: An Attorney State

Massachusetts is considered an attorney state, meaning that licensed attorneys must oversee real estate closings and deed recordings when property is being sold, refinanced, or transferred.

✅ However, notaries are still essential. At Boston Notary Service, we regularly notarize deeds that have been prepared by attorneys, ensuring that signatures are valid and the documents are ready for the Registry of Deeds.

⚖️ Important note: We do not draft deeds or provide legal advice. Our role is to notarize deeds properly so they can be executed and recorded without delay.

Types of Deeds We Notarize

We handle notarization for a wide range of deeds in Massachusetts, nationwide, and even internationally:

• Quitclaim Deeds – The standard deed used in Massachusetts real estate transactions. Transfers ownership and guarantees no encumbrances during the seller’s ownership.
• Warranty Deeds – Common in many other states, these guarantee a clear title and freedom from claims.
• Executor or Personal Representative Deeds – Used to transfer property as part of an estate or probate process.
• Trustee’s Deeds – For property held in a trust, transferring ownership per trust instructions.
• Life Estate Deeds – Allow a property owner to grant rights to another person during their lifetime.
• Gift Deeds – Transfers property without compensation, often between family members.
• Out-of-State Deeds – We notarize deeds for properties located anywhere in the U.S.

Apostille & International Deeds

If your deed must be used overseas, we provide Massachusetts apostille services for deeds and real estate documents, making them legally recognized in foreign countries. We also work with out-of-state deeds that need apostille processing.

Why Clients Choose Boston Notary Service

• Experience: Decades of trusted service in notarizing deeds and real estate documents.
• Coverage: We serve all of Boston — including Back Bay, South End, Dorchester, and Cambridge — and provide nationwide deed notarization support.
• Convenience: Mobile notary service means we come to your home, office, or closing location.
• Compliance: Knowledge of Massachusetts attorney-state requirements ensures your deed is notarized properly and ready for recording.
• Global Reach: Apostille services available for deeds requiring international use.

Contact Us Today

If you need a notary public for deeds in Massachusetts, nationwide, or abroad, we are here to help.
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From Quitclaim Deeds in Massachusetts to Warranty Deeds in other states, Boston Notary Service ensures your deed is notarized correctly, securely, and efficiently.