Selecting a Power of Attorney (POA) is one of the most critical decisions you can make in managing your affairs. A Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants someone the authority to act on your behalf in financial and legal matters if you become unable to do so yourself. In British Columbia a […]
Read MorePreparing for International Travel with Children: What You Need to Know
Summer is the perfect time for adventures, and if your plans take you out of the country, especially with children, preparation is key. When travelling with minors, it’s essential to ensure all necessary documents are in order to avoid any complications. Consent Letter One crucial document is a consent letter. This letter confirms a child […]
Read MoreJune 2024 Notary News
Beverly Carter Notary Public (250) 383-4100 June 2024 Notary News Beyond the Stamp: Summer Adventure is out there! Legal Tip: Travelling with children during summer break Office Activities: Power to Be tour and 15th Annual Women’s Success Summit Legal News: Check out our new website Take Action! Download our FREE helpful tool about real estate […]
Read MoreWhy Did You Become a Notary, Beverly?
I chose to become a Notary because it was a very good fit for me. I loved the law. Becoming a Notary was no easy task. It was a career change for me. I had to go back to school and do a master’s degree as well as raise my family at the same time. […]
Read MoreWhat Do I Need to Know Before Seeing a Notary?
It’s easy! Simply bring in two forms of identification and the documents you need notarized. Completely fill out your documents, but do not sign or date the documents. You will do that part with us! If you have documents that appear to be a little more complex, we ask that you reach out to us […]
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Will?
Everybody needs a Will. A Will gives you the opportunity to think about what happens with your estate. It allows you to appoint the people or the charities that you want to appoint. A Will leaves you in charge of where your money goes. If you don’t have a Will, what happens then? The province […]
Read MoreWhy Do I Need a Health Representative?
You need a Health Representation Agreement which allows you to appoint a Health Representative. We have two important documents for while we’re alive. A Power of Attorney appoints somebody for legal and financial matters, and a Health Representation Agreement appoints a person to step in, manage you, and make decisions for you when you can’t […]
Read MoreWho Needs a Will?
Ideally, everybody over the age of 50 should have one whether or not you have a large estate or a small estate. The best gift that you can give to your family, friends, and loved ones is to be prepared for any event. None of us know what our future holds or when things happen. […]
Read MoreWho Needs a Power of Attorney?
Everybody should have a Power of Attorney. The general rule of thumb is if you own a house, you should have a Power of Attorney. A lot of people think that Powers of Attorney are for when you’re old and that is absolutely not the case. A Power of Attorney is a powerful, important document […]
Read MoreWho Can I Appoint as My Executor?
It is important to know who you can appoint as your Executor. You need to choose someone you trust. Trusted and competent are the two main qualities that we look for. When we talk with you at Carter Notary who to appoint, we can help you think about people who are in your natural trusted […]
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