I am notarizing documents for a property sale, and the property is in Tennessee. Does Tennessee require a witness when notarizing real estate documents? The signing company has not requested one, and I have not seen the documents yet. — A.L., Louisiana
Tennessee does not typically require witnesses for a deed or mortgage; however, if the deed or mortgage has signature lines for witnesses, you should confirm with the closing agent for the transaction or your contracting company and follow their instructions.
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