In Person Electronic Notarization for Real Estate Transactions | IPEN
Exceptional speed and accuracy at the closing table with IPEN
In-person electronic notarization (IPEN) improves efficiency, security, and customer satisfaction while providing a convenient and familiar closing experience.
Unlock digital options with the power of IPEN
Stavvy’s IPEN functionality delivers the efficiency of eClosing without replacing the personal touch of a traditional closing.
Drive efficiency and security at the closing table
IPEN offers a fast, efficient, and secure way to sign documents at the closing table by replacing paper with a digital experience.
Streamline the signing experience
Spend less time and money per transaction by eliminating the resources required to print and prepare a traditional paper closing.
Improve accuracy with fewer errors
A digital signing experience eliminates the reliance on “stare and compare.” Reduce the risk of missed documents and signatures, and avoid costly post-closing remediation.
Offer an exceptional customer experience
Signers and notaries spend less time at the closing table by eliminating paper.
The Future of Closing is Face-to-Face, Not Paper-to-Paper.
Keep the vital, high-trust element of an in-person meeting while eliminating the risks and friction of paper. Our IPEN platform ensures instant, tamper-sealed e-signatures, real-time audit trails, and error-proof compliance for every transaction.
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Where is IPEN available?
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Active IPEN Laws
Active IPEN Laws, pending regulation
Active IPEN Laws, except Real Estate transactions
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This map is intended to provide general information about IPEN laws in the United States and its territories. State law websites should be consulted for all questions or conflicts, as they provide the most recent information. Updated December 2025.
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IPEN is a digital alternative to the traditional signing experience
| INSTANT EFFICIENCY |
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| Simple, intuitive experience |
| Optional digital ID verification |
| Execute an entire closing electronically |
| eRecord documents with your registrar |
Security measures built with you in mind
| SAFETY AND SECURITY |
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| Digital certificates to ensure integrity |
| Tamper sealed documents upon execution |
| Digital audit trails logging every closing detail |
| Electronic notary journals |
Comparing IPEN and RON
| Experience | IPEN In-Person Electronic Notarization |
RON Remote Online Notarization |
|---|---|---|
| Closing Meeting | The signer and notary meet in person | The signer and notary meet virtually via video conferencing |
| Signer ID Verification | The notary can verify the signer's identity through traditional means or with digital ID verification | Signer completes knowledge-based authentication (KBA) and digital ID verification |
| Devices | The signer and notary use the same computer or tablet to sign and notarize documents | The signer and notary use separate devices to sign and notarize documents |
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