I have a quit claim signed by my wife for refinancing but she was not there when notorize is the quit claim valid?

Question

I have a quit claim signed by my wife for refinancing but she was not there when notorize; is the quit claim valid?

Answer

If the Notary did not see your wife sign the deed, the notarization is invalid as well as the deed. Plus the Notary themself could have problems if discovered.