# Strange email **URL:** \ **Category:** Uncategorized\ **Created:** [June 4, 2026, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690 "2026-06-04T18:52:25Z")\ **Posts on this page:** 13\ **Page:** 1
**Author:** ![tsmiller512](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/tsmiller512/32/37113_2.png) [@tsmiller512](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/tsmiller512)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 6:52pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/1 "2026-06-04T18:52:25Z")
I have been getting emails from gentlemen asking me if I could notarize tax documents for them. I tell them that I would be more than happy to help them. They all email me back wanting to have a zoom meeting with me before we meet. I do not agree with them because I do not see the need in doing this. Has anyone else had this issue? I just find it very strange ---
**Author:** ![takenotenotaryservices](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/takenotenotaryservices/32/35293_2.png) [@takenotenotaryservices](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/takenotenotaryservices)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 6:55pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/2 "2026-06-04T18:55:33Z")
Those are scam emails. ---
**Author:** ![Bobby-CA](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/bobby-ca/32/37586_2.png) [@Bobby-CA](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/Bobby-CA)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 7:53pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/3 "2026-06-04T19:53:46Z")
There are, to my knowledge, NO tax forms that require notarization. The Zoom meeting should give it aways that the request is not normal. When was the last time anyone was asked to do a Zoom meeting before, during or after a signing? And for what purpose? When more than one email is received for the same kind of signing, BEWARE. Of course it’s a scam. ---
**Author:** ![cNsa5](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/cnsa5/32/33381_2.png) [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 7:54pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/4 "2026-06-04T19:54:08Z")
@tsmiller512 Excellent question! 🥳 _Just wondering_ if by any chance were you able to locate the immediately available information found within the **Notary Cafe** database on this topic? Many members have recently reported identical experiences. This information is a GOLDMINE! Most members express that they find it _ **difficult/NEARLY IMPOSSIBLE to locate** _ the **Search** **Function** in order to access the wealth of information available within the database that has been _ **generously** _ contributed by **your sagacious fellow business owners** over the years . . . To be helpful, I’ve inserted an image for you & others [_see below_] to help members locate it to unlock the wisdom & knowledge of other members on the forums. ![image](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/notarycafe/original/3X/9/9/996ce4c861c4fcdff3384091b6c7eb41b4e0a7ae.png) ```auto ``` The following **Notary Cafe** direct url links provide a few examples from the Database: > [@Customer Wants Zoom Meeting Prior To Services?](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/customer-wants-zoom-meeting-prior-to-services/56309): > > I received a request for my notary services that was asking me typical questions. He wouldn’t let me know how many signatures there were. After I addressed his questions this was his next email request: Sounds like he’s fishing for free information. Too strange to continue with this customer. It’s very abnormal to ask for a meeting like this ```auto ``` > [@Unusual Email Request](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/unusual-email-request/56528): > > I received this email and it struck me as odd. What do you think? Hello, I am writing to formally request your services to notarize several executed affidavits. Please advise on your earliest availability, as well as any documentation or requirements necessary to ensure the process is completed efficiently and in compliance with all legal standards. Thank you for your attention to this matter. I look forward to your prompt response. Sincerely, Deleted by me ```auto ``` > [@Scam emails](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/scam-emails/56279): > > In the past few days I have received 2 separate emails with almost identical wording. One from a Noah Gallego and another from Debra Rosenthal. I have pasted them here. Be cautious. I beleive they are scammers [image] | On May 3, 2026, at 2:51 PM, Noah Gallego [|](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/scam-emails/56279)consultleague@xxxxx.■■■| |----| wrote: | |----| | | Hello, I hope this email finds you well, I am seeking a notary officer to assist with notarizing documents required for my tax filing. Please let me know your ava… ```auto ``` > [@warning warning to all notaries & signing agents](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/warning-to-all-notaries-signing-agents/56424): > > Scammers are contacting notaries asking them to join them in fake Zoom consultations related to “signing appointments,” “verification,” or “training.” These links may compromise your: • Email accounts • Passwords • Banking information • Device security • Clients’ personal information Fortunately, I recognized the scam and did not fall victim to it. Please be careful: • Do not click unknown links • Verify appointments directly with the hiring company • Do not download unknown software … ```auto ``` > [@warning warning to all notaries & signing agents](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/warning-to-all-notaries-signing-agents/56424): > > Scammers are contacting notaries asking them to join them in fake Zoom consultations related to “signing appointments,” “verification,” or “training.” These links may compromise your: • Email accounts • Passwords • Banking information • Device security • Clients’ personal information Fortunately, I recognized the scam and did not fall victim to it. Please be careful: • Do not click unknown links • Verify appointments directly with the hiring company • Do not download unknown software … ```auto ``` > [@Scam alert - findanotary, Zoom call](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/scam-alert-findanotary-zoom-call/56341): > > I received two different text inquiries from the same 470 area code number: Hello this is Terri senecal I am writing to inquire about your availability for notary services for legal and real estate documents related to a house purchase in Lake Oswego OR. i found your contact on findanotary, please tell me more about the services,and your current availability. and would appreciate a prompt response as my closing timeline is approaching. And then this arrived a day or two later: I would like t… ```auto ``` _All of these threads were created over the previous few weeks._ ```auto ``` 🦢 ---
**Author:** ![johnsonps306](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/johnsonps306/32/35090_2.png) [@johnsonps306](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/johnsonps306)\ **Post date:** [June 4, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/5 "2026-06-04T20:58:30Z")
They want to steal your biometrics to pretend to be you. I’ve never heard of tax documents that require notarization. The last newsletter from the NNA went into this scam in detail. ---
**Author:** ![cNsa5](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/cnsa5/32/33381_2.png) [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Post date:** [June 5, 2026, 1:12am UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/6 "2026-06-05T01:12:25Z")
> [@Bobby-CA](#): > > There are, to my knowledge, NO tax forms that require notarization. ✅ Accurate ✅ > [@Bobby-CA](#): > > Zoom meeting should give it aways that the request is not normal. ✅ Absolutely! ✅ ```auto ``` 🦢 ---
**Author:** ![tsmiller512](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/tsmiller512/32/37113_2.png) [@tsmiller512](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/tsmiller512)\ **Post date:** [June 8, 2026, 5:59pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/7 "2026-06-08T17:59:11Z")
I just love your answer’s. Your truly male a person think. I just searched about renewing my NNA membership, and with your help I decided no. I am going to keep my Forum membership up though. You are a book of knowledge and I truly admire you. ---
**Author:** ![cNsa5](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/cnsa5/32/33381_2.png) [@cNsa5](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cNsa5)\ **Post date:** [June 8, 2026, 8:40pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/8 "2026-06-08T20:40:22Z")
@tsmiller512 😌 _ **Truly humbled by your kind words.** _ 😌 ```auto ``` Thankful you found the post helpful. 💞🌞 **Appreciate** you returning to your thread to provide a status update! 🎉 ```auto ``` 🦢 ---
**Author:** ![lindas12](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/lindas12/32/34602_2.png) [@lindas12](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/lindas12)\ **Post date:** [June 9, 2026, 11:03pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/9 "2026-06-09T23:03:02Z")
The same exact thing happened to me and he wanted to do a Zoom meeting. I thought it was possibly legit so when I tried to do the zoom meeting, it didn’t work and I was kind of glad because I kept trying and something didn’t seem quite right he also sent a picture. He was an older guy, but I really think it probably wasn’t him. ---
**Author:** ![cobbcountysignandseal](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/cobbcountysignandseal/32/36881_2.png) [@cobbcountysignandseal](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cobbcountysignandseal)\ **Post date:** [June 12, 2026, 8:59pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/10 "2026-06-12T20:59:15Z")
I received the same request last week, and one prior to that, but not about taxes. I have a scheduling calendar, and provide my own meeting link if needed. They wanted to do a face to face which I didn’t take issue with, what was alarming to me was they sent me a zoom link when I had already provided a meeting link. They said the link didn’t work, which I knew was nonsense because I had just gotten off of another business meeting, and use this method of conferencing all the time, I ignored them after. I was annoyed that they really blocked out time in my schedule. Glad I know now its a scam, these kinds of inquirys. ---
**Author:** ![steves11](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/steves11/32/34877_2.png) [@steves11](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/steves11)\ **Post date:** [June 12, 2026, 10:19pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/11 "2026-06-12T22:19:09Z")
I don’t respond to anything but “normal” type notary or signing agent requests. Any unusual requests are off the table for me, as there are far too many scammers and thieves out there who are out to rip you off any way that they can. ---
**Author:** ![cobbcountysignandseal](https://yyz2.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/user_avatar/forum.notarycafe.com/cobbcountysignandseal/32/36881_2.png) [@cobbcountysignandseal](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/cobbcountysignandseal)\ **Post date:** [June 13, 2026, 12:45pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/12 "2026-06-13T12:45:26Z")
You can find my business via google, we have a website, I get business via this avenue as well, so I so receive calls, emails, and text messages with notary request, not just from vendor platforms. ---
**Author:** ![system](https://canada1.discourse-cdn.com/flex034/uploads/notarycafe/original/2X/5/536ced5cfa77a57223f140e81670eb5e2685a07d.jpeg) [@system](https://forum.notarycafe.com/u/system)\ **Post date:** [September 11, 2026, 12:46pm UTC](https://forum.notarycafe.com/t/strange-email/56690/13 "2026-09-11T12:46:01Z")
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