Tag: Need to Know

  • The Legal Strength of E-Signatures: What jbensonNotary Clients Need to Know

    The Legal Strength of E-Signatures: What jbensonNotary Clients Need to Know

    The good news for New York business owners and homeowners is that e-signatures are legally binding. In fact, they carry the same legal weight as a handwritten “wet” signature on a contract, provided they adhere to specific guidelines. At jbensonNotary, we utilize the latest secure technology to ensure your digital transactions are as ironclad as…

  • What Lenders Need to Know About Remote Online Notarization Acceptance

    What Lenders Need to Know About Remote Online Notarization Acceptance

    What Lenders Need to Know About Remote Online Notarization Acceptance With remote online notarizations (RON) becoming increasingly prevalent, lenders are adapting to this modern technology. Success in this digital shift requires mastering the “ins and outs” of cutting-edge applications while grasping specific stipulations, including acceptance rates, state requirements, and stakeholder dependencies. While RON is taking…

  • What You Need to Know About the SECURE Notarization Act and Your Business

    What You Need to Know About the SECURE Notarization Act and Your Business

    The landscape of New York real estate is on the verge of a historic federal shift. While Remote Online Notarization (RON) has been a game-changer for many, the SECURE Notarization Act aims to make this technology the nationwide gold standard. This legislation is designed to provide homeowners and prospective buyers across the country with immediate,…

  • 2026 Housing Market Predictions: What New York Buyers Need to Know

    2026 Housing Market Predictions: What New York Buyers Need to Know

    As we navigate through 2026, the New York housing market continues to adapt to a “new normal.” Following a period where home sales on previously owned properties hit their slowest pace in a decade, buyers and sellers are closely watching the horizon. While the economy remains fickle, several key indicators are shaping how we move…