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ACCOUNT AND AFFIDAVIT OF ACCOUNT
MATERIALMAN'S OR LABORER'S LIEN

After Recording Return to:

--------Above This Line Reserved For Official Use Only--------------

a corporation, by

the

of said corporation, states on oath;

1. That sold and delivered to the materials (or furnished the labor] listed and set forth in the statement of account which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein. The final delivery of such materials [or furnishing of said labor] occurred within the last 120 days.

2. That the attached statement of account is true and correct, and that there is now due and owing to after allowing all credits, the sum of $

3. That said materials [or labor] were furnished for and used in the construction of which was constructed on the following legally described property in County, Arkansas:

4. That claims a lien on the property described aforesaid to secure said sum of $ and that more than 10 days ago caused notice to be served, copy of which is attached hereto.

By:

Signature

Attest:

STATE OF ARKANSAS

COUNTY OF

On this the day of , , before me,

the undersigned officer, personally appeared

who acknowledged himself to be the of

a corporation, and that he, being authorized so to do, executed the foregoing instrument for the purposes therein contained, by signing the name of the corporation by himself as

In witness whereof I hereunto set my hand and official seal on this day of

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires:

STATE OF ARKANSAS

COUNTY OF

On this the day of , , before me,

the undersigned officer, personally appeared

who acknowledged himself to be the of

a corporation, and that he, being authorized so to do, executed the foregoing instrument for the purposes therein contained, by signing the name of the corporation by himself as

In witness whereof I hereunto set my hand and official seal on this day of

NOTARY PUBLIC

My Commission Expires:

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What an Account Affidavit Is and When It’s Used

The Account Affidavit is a sworn written statement used to attest to facts about a financial account or account holder when original documentation is missing, inconsistent, or requires formal verification. Common uses include claiming ownership, updating authorized signers, certifying closed or dormant accounts, or documenting successor rights after a death or corporate change. In the United States it functions as an evidentiary document and frequently requires notarization; in many cases electronic execution and retention meet legal standards under the ESIGN Act and state UETA statutes when parties consent.

Why an Account Affidavit Matters

An Account Affidavit provides a clear, signed record that resolves title or access disputes, supports bank processing, and reduces the need for litigation. Properly completed affidavits speed administrative actions, establish a chain of custody for account changes, and create a retrievable legal record.

Why an Account Affidavit Matters

Typical Parties That Prepare or Request an Account Affidavit

Common users include banks, corporate legal departments, estate administrators, and individual account holders needing formal proof of account status.

  • Banks and credit unions use affidavits to verify signer authority and update records.
  • Estate administrators and executors document successor ownership when wills or transfer instruments are unavailable.
  • Businesses and corporate legal teams resolve disputed signatories after mergers, name changes, or resignations.

Essential Components of a Professional Account Affidavit

Core components define legal sufficiency and administrative clarity; include identity, statement of facts, jurat, notary acknowledgment, attachments, and signature authority details.

Affiant Identity

Provide full legal name, alternate names or DBAs, date of birth, and identification used (driver's license or passport). Consistency with bank records prevents processing delays.

Statement of Facts

Describe events leading to the affidavit: loss, account closure, ownership transfer, or mistaken signer designation. Include exact dates, locations, and names to support the claim.

Account Details

List account numbers, financial institution name, branch address, account type, and any prior account names or numbers. Provide routing number if applicable.

Signature Block

Include printed name, handwritten or electronic signature, title or capacity (e.g., executor), and a dated signature line. Ensure signer matches ID.

Notary / Jurat

A jurat or notary acknowledgement should be completed per state law; the notary must verify identity and add seal and commission details to validate the affidavit.

Supporting Attachments

Attach death certificates, letters testamentary, corporate resolutions, prior account statements, or court orders that corroborate the affidavit's factual assertions; include certified copies where possible.

Required Data Elements to Include

Full legal name: As shown on government ID.
Date of birth: Enter MM/DD/YYYY format include leading zeros.
Identification: Type and number of ID.
Account number: Full account number or last four.
Institution name: Official bank or credit union name.
Notary details: Notary name, seal, and commission.

Step-by-Step: Preparing and Submitting the Account Affidavit

Follow a structured sequence to prepare, verify, sign, notarize, and deliver the Account Affidavit to avoid rejections and delays.

  • 01
    Gather Evidence: Collect ID, statements, and supporting documents.
  • 02
    Draft Affidavit: Complete factual narrative with precise dates.
  • 03
    Notarize: Sign before a notary and obtain jurat.
  • 04
    Submit: Provide to financial institution and retain copies.

Configure an Online Affidavit Workflow

Configure an online Account Affidavit workflow to enforce field validation, signer order, and secure storage for audit readiness.

Field Configuration
Signer Order Set sequential signing to preserve signer authority and timestamp order.
Authentication Enable email or SMS codes for signer verification.
Required Fields Make identity, account number, and signature mandatory.
Retention Automatic PDF archiving with audit trail retention.

Typical eSubmission Flow for an Account Affidavit

Typical routing for an e-signed Account Affidavit includes preparation, signer authentication, notarization (if required), and delivery to the institution with an audit trail.

  • Prepare: Upload form and place fields for signer and notary.
  • Authenticate: Send email or SMS code to signer.
  • Notarize: Perform RON or in-person notarization as allowed.
  • Deliver: Submit signed PDF and retain audit trail.

Technical and Compliance Considerations for eSubmission

Ensure the signing platform supports secure storage, tamper-evident PDFs, and required signer authentication methods before sending the affidavit.

  • File Formats: Accepts PDF, DOCX, and PDF/A.
  • Integrations: Works with Salesforce and NetSuite.
  • Compliance: Supports ESIGN, UETA, AES and audit trail.

Timing and Deadlines to Consider

Some Account Affidavits must meet timing constraints such as probate filings, tax reporting, or bank-imposed deadlines; verify institutional timelines before execution.

Probate-related deadlines:

File with probate court per local schedule.

Tax reporting ties:

Provide corrected info before IRS deadlines.

Bank processing time:

Allow 7–30 business days for review.

RON/session windows:

Schedule remote notarization by provider availability.

Record retention start:

Retention begins on execution date.

Real-World Examples of Account Affidavit Use

Examples show how Account Affidavits resolve real disputes in banking, estate, and corporate contexts to provide practical drafting guidance.

Martin Properties

A property manager used an Account Affidavit after an owner died and title records were incomplete to assert successor rights.

  • Affidavit included certified death certificate.
  • The notarized affidavit, coupled with company correspondence and prior statements, satisfied the bank's title review and allowed account transfer without protracted litigation, demonstrating the value of clear supporting exhibits and retained certified copies.

Fertility Centers of Illinois

A healthcare practice used an Account Affidavit to reassign a clinic lockbox after an administrator retired and paperwork was missing.

  • Included BAA and authorization letters.
  • With HIPAA considerations addressed and a notarized jurat, the bank reinstated access following internal review, avoiding client fund disruptions and preserving continuity of operations, and the clinic retained signed records for six years to meet regulatory retention requirements.

Who Typically Signs an Account Affidavit

Authorized Signer — Treasurer

The authorized signer is typically a corporate officer, treasurer, or signatory listed on account records. They must demonstrate authority with corporate documents such as a board resolution or corporate minutes; banks often require these documents to accompany the affidavit to update signer records.

Personal Representative — Executor

An executor or personal representative signs when asserting successor rights after a death; include letters testamentary, death certificate, and legal counsel opinions where applicable. Courts and financial institutions rely on these documents to confirm authority before releasing funds.

Common Preparation Errors to Avoid

  • Incomplete identification details lead to rejection, including initials instead of full signatures, omitted ID numbers, or mismatched names between affidavit and bank records.
  • Unsigned or undated forms, or affidavits lacking a notarized jurat, are commonly returned and force resubmission or require in-person notarization later.
  • Using vague language like 'reasonable efforts' rather than exact dates and amounts reduces evidentiary value and may delay institutional acceptance.
  • Failing to attach corroborating documents—death certificates, court orders, corporate resolutions—often leads to denials or additional verification requests.

Risks and Consequences of Incorrect or Fraudulent Affidavits

Perjury exposure: Potential criminal penalties for false statements.
Bank refusal: Institution can reject or freeze account.
Civil liability: May trigger lawsuits among claimants.
Tax consequences: Backup withholding for incorrect TINs.
Notarial defect: Missing jurat can void acceptance.
Processing delays: Incomplete affidavits slow administrative action.

Vendor Pricing and Feature Comparison for eSigning Account Affidavits

Comparison of common plan criteria across popular eSignature vendors to inform platform selection for executing and storing Account Affidavits.

signNow DocuSign Adobe Sign PandaDoc HelloSign
Starting Price $8/user/mo $15/user/mo $14/user/mo $19/user/mo $15/user/mo
Free Trial 7-day free trial Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor Varies by vendor
Bulk Send Yes Yes Yes Yes No
Audit Trail Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
HIPAA Compliant Yes Yes Yes No No

Frequently Asked Questions and Practical Answers

Answers to common technical, legal, and procedural questions about completing, notarizing, and submitting an Account Affidavit.


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