--- title: "Notarizing a commercial lease or business contract in NJ" description: "When business contracts and commercial leases are notarized in New Jersey, and how to schedule a mobile notary for owners and tenants." url: "https://mcc-solutionsnj.com/notary/documents/commercial-lease-and-business-contracts" --- Business · Updated October 5, 2026 # Notarizing a commercial lease or business contract in New Jersey Most contracts are valid without a notary, but landlords, lenders and other parties sometimes ask for notarized signatures to reduce the risk of disputes about who signed. By [Matthew Coleman](/about), MCC Solutions [Book a notary](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373) ✓ New Jersey commissioned notary, no. 50244803, insured for errors and omissions. [See the credentials](/about/credentials) ![Matthew Coleman, founder of MCC Solutions](/img/matthew-coleman.jpg) **Matthew Coleman**, NJ Notary Public and NNA Certified Loan Signing Agent. Cranford, NJ. Fee confirmed before your session. Card charged only after it is complete. We aim to confirm within 15 minutes, 7am to 9pm. ## What we notarize Leases, guaranties, NDAs, vendor and employment agreements, and affidavits that go with them. We notarize signatures; we don't review terms or advise on the deal. Need this notarized? [Get it notarized online by a New Jersey notary over video](/notary/remote-online-notarization). ## Get it notarized online today Online notary: open now until 9 PM ET · sessions by appointment · times confirmed by email A New Jersey notary can notarize this with you on a video call, wherever you are in the U.S. $50 for the session, $10 for each extra signer. Any other fee shows in the booking form before you confirm. Open 7 am to 9 pm ET, every day, by appointment. **What you need** - A valid government photo ID - A computer or phone with a camera - The unsigned document [Book an online session](/notary/?service=ron#order) Our certificate states the act was performed using communication technology, as New Jersey law requires. [What it must say](/notary/remote-online-notarization-certificate-wording) Most U.S. recipients accept a remotely notarized document; check with whoever will receive it. [What to ask them](/notary/will-my-online-notarization-be-accepted) · [Several signers](/notary/online-notarization-multiple-signers) ## Getting it signed Have the final version ready. Every signer needs a government photo ID. Guarantors sign too, and each signature is notarized separately. If copies need to reach several parties, our courier and scan-back services can deliver them. ## Scheduling We offer weekday evenings and Saturdays, which helps owners who can't leave work. We're based in Cranford and send mobile notaries to homes, offices and care facilities in Union and Middlesex counties, including Cranford, Westfield, Elizabeth, Edison and Woodbridge. For other counties, tell us the address and we'll confirm availability before you book. ## Common questions **Does a lease have to be notarized?** Generally no, but some landlords and lenders require it. Follow the instructions you were given. **Can you notarize at the landlord's office?** Yes, anywhere we can reach. We also offer remote online notarization if all parties accept it. **Can you keep the originals?** We return signed originals as directed and can scan or courier them. Tell us who should receive them. This page is general information, not legal advice. A notary can't draft documents or advise you on their contents. Ask your attorney or the office requesting the document what you need. 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[See what's inside ($39)](/toolkits/client-agreement-pack) [Free sample](/toolkits/client-agreement-pack#free-starter)14-day full refund ## Need it notarized? Send it to the desk. [Book Now](/notary/#order)[Call (908) 444-6373](tel:+19084446373)