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US Bank participates in the medallion signature guarantee program in Kentucky. Wells Fargo, National City Bank, and certain credit unions also participate.
Many, if not most, do, yes.
non credit substitute guarantee
Most creditors will require a personal guarantee before extending business credit to reduce risk; however, there are ways to avoid having to provide a personal guarantee. Establishing a business credit history, having a long history of doing business, and demonstrating sufficient cash flow are all ways that can allow a business to avoid providing a personal guarantee.
Medallion signature guarantee: Validates that the identity of the signer. Establishes that the representative of the institution accepts the proof of idenity preseneted by the signator. The institution can be legally held financially responsible for (any losses resulting from) the transaction if the signature is determined to be a forgery. Medallions are normally only given by institutions to active members of that bank/credit union /securities firm where they already do business with and know the identity of the signator. A signature guarantee is not to be confused with an acknowledgment of execution taken by a notary public, in which a signer "acknowledges" to the notary that he/she signed the document voluntarily. The notary also verifies the signer's identification to verify that he/she is the signer stated in the document. However, a notary public is a government officer, whereas a medallion signature guarantee is not a government-regulated act.
US Bank participates in the medallion signature guarantee program in Kentucky. Wells Fargo, National City Bank, and certain credit unions also participate.
Most any consumer bank or credit union will be able to provide a medallion signature guarantee. Call the bank or credit union where you do business and ask. There may be a small fee, but usually not for customers of the financial institution.
Many, if not most, do, yes.
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At a bank, credit union, or other financial institution. Often they require that you have an account there in order to give you a medallion signature guarantee. Make sure to call ahead and ask if they have a medallion signature guarantee, and if so, what supporting documentation you would need to bring in (e.g. drivers license, account statement, etc.)
There are numerous locations that participate in the program but typically you have to be a bank customer to acquire a medallion guaranteed signature. One exception is Bank of America. Bank of America will provide the medallion guarnateed stamp for non-customers, but they do have to obtain information before providing the service. I'd suggest calling the branch you intend to visit before going just to be sure they provide this service, as it's typically just larger or main branches that will do it.
You need to contact a securities broker. Most banks and credit unions are not familiar with this process.
A medallion signature guarantee can be obtained from any financial institution, most notably banks and credit unions. The three approved programs are STAMP, SEMP, and MSP, so check your bank to see if they offer these services.
non credit substitute guarantee
Most creditors will require a personal guarantee before extending business credit to reduce risk; however, there are ways to avoid having to provide a personal guarantee. Establishing a business credit history, having a long history of doing business, and demonstrating sufficient cash flow are all ways that can allow a business to avoid providing a personal guarantee.
Medallion signature guarantee: Validates that the identity of the signer. Establishes that the representative of the institution accepts the proof of idenity preseneted by the signator. The institution can be legally held financially responsible for (any losses resulting from) the transaction if the signature is determined to be a forgery. Medallions are normally only given by institutions to active members of that bank/credit union /securities firm where they already do business with and know the identity of the signator. A signature guarantee is not to be confused with an acknowledgment of execution taken by a notary public, in which a signer "acknowledges" to the notary that he/she signed the document voluntarily. The notary also verifies the signer's identification to verify that he/she is the signer stated in the document. However, a notary public is a government officer, whereas a medallion signature guarantee is not a government-regulated act.
I spoke with an NFCU rep today; she called my local branch for me, and yes, they do offer the service. At my branch - Brunswick, ME - it is done free of charge. It's possible that this is only available at certain branches, so YMMV. (The service representative didn't herself know what a Medallion Guarantee was, but she asked the branch specifically.)