Cascade Document Services | Portland, OR Notary

My Story

About Alison

I'm Alison Nguyen, founder of Cascade Document Services and a commissioned notary in both Oregon and Washington. I've been serving the Portland metro since 2017, building a practice that covers everything from everyday notarizations to complex multi-party real estate closings on both sides of the Columbia River.

I'm an NNA Certified Signing Agent, a Loan Signing System graduate, and an authorized Remote Online Notary in both states. Construction lending is a specialty - I work regularly with lenders and builders on draw inspections and certification packages throughout the metro area.

I serve clients in English and Vietnamese and welcome Vietnamese-speaking clients throughout Portland and the surrounding area.

My Qualifications

Credentials

NNA Member

Certified Signing Agent

RON Authorized

Loan Signing System Certified

Background Screened

Bonded - $10,000

E&O Insured - $100,000

Notary Commissions

Oregon #OR-182943 Exp. 2028-04-30

Washington #WA-55039182 Exp. 2027-11-30

Memberships & Certifications

Languages Spoken

English Vietnamese

Credentials Documents

OR Commission WS Commission

What I Offer

Services

Loan Signing

Purchase, refinance, HELOC, and reverse mortgage signings throughout the Portland metro and SW Washington. I work with title companies and lenders on both sides of the Columbia River and am commissioned in both Oregon and Washington.

Starting at $150 Book Now

Remote Online Notarization (RON)

Fully compliant RON sessions via secure video platform for Oregon and Washington documents. No travel needed - sign from home, your office, or anywhere with an internet connection. Great for relocation closings and out-of-area clients.

$25 per notarial act Book Now

General Notarization

Acknowledgments, jurats, oaths, and copy certifications. Available at my Pearl District office or at your location throughout the Portland metro. Walk-ins welcome during office hours.

$10 per notarial act Book Now

Construction Loan Draw Inspections

Notarized inspection reports and draw request packages for construction and rehab loan projects. I work with lenders and owners throughout Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties.

Starting at $100 Book Now

Estate and Trust Documents

Wills, revocable living trusts, powers of attorney, and advance directives. I work with estate planning attorneys throughout Portland and am available for hospital and care facility appointments throughout the metro.

Starting at $75 Book Now

Where I Work

Portland Metro and Southwest Washington

Cascade Document Services covers the full Portland metro area, including Portland, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Tualatin, Gresham, and Troutdale. I also serve Southwest Washington communities including Vancouver, Camas, Washougal, and Battle Ground.

Remote Online Notarization is available for Oregon and Washington residents. If you're working with parties in other states, RON often bridges the gap - contact me to discuss your specific needs.

My Fees

Pricing

Oregon and Washington each set their own notary fee maximums. My fees:

General Notarization: $10 per act
RON Session: $25 per act
Mobile Travel - Portland Metro: $45 within 15 miles; $0.67/mile beyond
Mobile Travel - SW Washington: Starting at $60
Loan Signings: Starting at $150 (OR); $175 (WA or cross-river)
Construction Draws: Starting at $100 depending on scope

Payment via Zelle, Venmo, check, or credit card. Business/title company billing available.

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Convenient Payment Options

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Hours

Monday - Friday: 8:30 AM - 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Evening appointments available Tuesday and Wednesday until 8:00 PM. RON sessions can often be arranged same-day. For construction inspections and out-of-metro travel, please book at least 48 hours in advance.

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Testimonials

Client Reviews

Leave Us a Review on Yelp.

"Alison handled a cross-border closing for us - buyer in Washington, property in Oregon. She had both state docs sorted perfectly. Will not use anyone else for Portland-area closings."

- Kevin O. google

"I needed a notary who could work in Vietnamese for my elderly grandparents. Alison was perfect - so warm, so patient. It meant the world to our family."

- Linh T. google

"Did the RON session for my refinance from my home office. Alison made it completely painless - great instructions in advance, smooth video call, done in 20 minutes."

- Rachel B. yelp

"We use Cascade for our construction loan draws. Alison is on time, detail-oriented, and our lenders love working with her. She has made this process so much smoother for us."

- Mike D. google

Got Questions?

FAQ

Yes - I hold active commissions in both Oregon and Washington, which is important for cross-border closings in the Portland-Vancouver metro. Both commissions are current and verified.

Lenders funding construction or rehab projects often require notarized inspection reports before releasing draw payments. I visit the property, document progress against the draw schedule, and prepare a notarized report for the lender. I work with residential and light commercial projects throughout the Portland metro.

Yes - I am authorized for RON in both Oregon and Washington. If your document requires a Washington notarization, I can handle it remotely from either state.

Often yes, especially for in-office or RON appointments. For mobile signings, same-day is subject to my current schedule. Call or text rather than booking online for urgent requests.

A notary can notarize a document in any language as long as the signer understands what they're signing. The notarial certificate itself will be in English.

A notary public is commissioned by the state to witness signatures and administer oaths. A notary signing agent has additional training specifically for handling loan and mortgage document packages.

Yes. Most states require notaries to carry a surety bond. Many professional notaries also carry errors and omissions (E&O) insurance for additional protection.