Mike's Notary & Tags
Allentown, PA · ZIP 18032 · +1 610-443-0623
Limited record · confirm by phone
This notary is on the directory but with thinner public evidence than a full profile. Call before relying on signing-type, after-hours, or hospital-bedside availability — what's listed here may not capture everything they actually do (or may overstate it).
Notary's log
Practice overviewMike's Notary & Tags is a mobile notary listed in Allentown. Public service evidence is light — call before you book.
Mike's Notary & Tags is on the Chelle on Wheels directory as a traveling notary based out of 212 Bridge St, Catasauqua, PA 18032, United States.
Our public-record screen turned up only thin coverage — there's not enough on the open web to build a full profile, so call before you book and verify the signing type, fee, and time window in person.
Signing-need matrix
What this notary handlesComes to the client's home, office, or any neutral location for the signing — no need to drive to a counter.
Bedside signings for healthcare directives, durable powers of attorney, and time-sensitive medical paperwork.
Evening, late-night, weekend, and holiday appointments — useful when a refinance or hospital signing falls outside business hours.
Refinance, purchase, HELOC, and reverse-mortgage document packages — bring photo ID and the unsigned package.
Filing for international document authentication under the Hague Convention — birth certificates, court documents, business filings.
Where they sign
Home base & service radius- Mailing base
- 212 Bridge St, Catasauqua, PA 18032, United States
- Booking phone
- +1 610-443-0623
- Driving directions
- Open in Google Maps →
Where each capability comes from
Plain receipts| Capability | Status | Source | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Traveling notary | ○ Not seen | Not verified — ask | — |
| Hospital signing | ○ Not seen | Not verified — ask | — |
| After-hours service | ○ Not seen | Not verified — ask | — |
| Loan signing | ○ Not seen | Not verified — ask | — |
| Apostille | ○ Not seen | Not verified — ask | — |
Three ways to book — pick your lane
Plan-ahead vs. emergencyFor loan signings, apostille filings, real-estate closings, healthcare directives — anything you can schedule in advance.
- Book at least 24–48 hours out for best availability.
- Email or text the document type and signer count first.
- Notary will confirm fee, ID requirements, and arrival window.
For weekday signings that came up this morning — closing today, deadline at 5pm, package needs to be back in courier by EOD.
- Call directly; texts sometimes wait until end of route.
- Travel-fee surcharges are typical for same-day appointments.
- Have ID, document, and address ready when you call.
Hospital bedside signings, deathbed POAs, late-night closings, weekend signatures — anything outside 9–5 weekday windows.
- Call only — don't email; mid-night emails get missed.
- Expect a higher emergency fee; ask before you commit.
- Confirm whether the notary can travel to a hospital tonight.
What changes by region
Notary law & signing customsNortheast — NY, NJ, PA, MA, CT, MD, RI, VT, NH, ME, DE, DC
Northeastern states each have their own notary fee caps — typically lower than the Pacific. NJ requires the notary to physically witness the signing. NY allows RON. Real-estate signings often require an attorney to be present in NY/NJ; a notary alone may not finish the document. Hospital and bedside signings are common in dense urban areas; check parking and visitor-policy timing before booking a hospital signing.
Midwest, Mountain, Plains
Most midwestern states have moderate notary fee caps and allow RON. Notary mobility varies by population density — rural notaries often cover larger service areas with higher travel fees. Severe-weather closures (winter storms) can affect availability for in-person signings; emergency signings during storms may need to be rescheduled or moved to RON.
When you need a notary vs. when you don't
Plain spectrumMost everyday contracts (apartment leases, employment offers, online clickwrap, simple bills of sale). Federal forms like W-9 and 1099 don\'t require notarization.
Many credit unions and banks notarize for free if you\'re an account holder — fine for one-off signings during weekday business hours.
Hospital and bedside signings, multi-document signings (refinance packages, estate planning), after-hours and weekend needs, remote signers, multiple signers in different locations.
Real-estate deeds, durable power of attorney, healthcare directives in some states, affidavits, sworn statements for court, and any document where the recipient (lender / court / state agency) explicitly requires notarization.
Common booking questions
Tap to expandWhat's the difference between a mobile notary and a notary at a bank?
A mobile notary travels to the signer (home, hospital, office, neutral location) and charges a notary fee plus a travel fee. A bank notary works only inside the branch during business hours and may be free for account holders. For after-hours, multi-document, or hospital signings, mobile is usually the only option.
How much does a mobile notary charge?
The per-signature notary fee is capped by state law (commonly $5–$15). The travel fee is separately negotiated and depends on distance, time of day, and urgency. Same-day, late-night, and hospital signings typically carry a surcharge. Always confirm the total before the notary leaves their base.
What ID does the notary need to see?
A current government-issued photo ID — most commonly a driver\'s license, state ID card, or passport. Some states accept additional forms; expired IDs are usually rejected. The signer\'s name on the ID must match the name on the document.
Can a notary sign for someone in a hospital bed?
Yes. The signer must be conscious, able to understand the document, and able to communicate consent. The notary will assess "competence to sign" — if the signer is too medicated or cognitively impaired, the notary will decline. Bring a witness (often required, varies by state).
What's the difference between a notary and a loan signing agent?
A loan signing agent (LSA) is a notary who has been specifically trained on real-estate document packages — they can guide the borrower through 100+ pages of loan paperwork, identify which signatures need to be notarized vs. just signed, and return the package to the lender or courier. Most LSAs are also NNA-certified with current background checks.
What's apostille service?
Apostille is the authentication step that lets a notarized U.S. document be accepted in another country that\'s party to the Hague Convention. After the notary signs, the document is sent to the Secretary of State (and sometimes the U.S. State Department) for the apostille certificate. Some mobile notaries handle the apostille filing for you; others stop at the notarization step.
Can I notarize a document over video call?
Some states allow remote online notarization (RON), where the signing is done over secure video with the notary. RON laws vary by state — Texas, Florida, and Virginia were among the first to allow it. Even when allowed, the recipient (a lender, court, or foreign government) may not accept RON; check before scheduling.
What can a notary refuse to sign?
A notary must refuse if the signer can\'t produce ID, can\'t communicate, appears coerced, or doesn\'t understand the document. Notaries also can\'t notarize documents where they\'re a party (you can\'t notarize your own contract). They can\'t give legal advice on what the document means — that\'s for an attorney.