Buxton, ME · York County
Certificate of Sole Proprietorship
This certificate identifies a sole proprietor, the business name they intend to use, and the business location for filing with the Town of Buxton before the business begins operating.
- licensed online notary
- ~15 min average
- Notarized PDF emailed
What you’ll need
- Government-issued photo ID
- Webcam-enabled device (laptop or phone)
- This form, ready to upload as a PDF
What this form is
The certificate records a proprietor’s intention to conduct business as a sole proprietor under a name other than their own, along with the business location and proprietor’s contact details. The form says it must be deposited with the clerk of the town where the business will be carried on before business begins. It includes a $10 recording fee payable to the Town of Buxton.
Who needs it
A person intending to operate as a sole proprietor under a name other than their own should complete this certificate and file it with the clerk before commencing business.
How to get this notarized
- 1
Download the Form
Get the Certificate of Sole Proprietorship from the Town of Buxton.
- 2
Complete the Certificate
Enter the business activity, adopted name, business location, and proprietor details; leave the signature for the notary appointment.
- 3
Book an Online Notary
Schedule a remote session with a commissioned online notary and have identification ready.
- 4
Sign on Video
Appear by video, sign the certificate, and swear to its truth before the notary.
- 5
Submit to the Town
Deposit the notarized certificate with the clerk of the town where the business will be carried on and pay the stated fee.
Preview the form
The blank PDF straight from Buxton. Look it over, then upload your filled copy to start the notary session.
You’ll need ID and a webcam.
A licensed online notary will join you on video, verify your government-issued ID, witness your signature, and apply their seal. You’ll receive the notarized PDF by email when the session ends.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I file the Certificate of Sole Proprietorship?
- Complete the certificate, sign and swear to it before a notary, then deposit it with the clerk of the town where the business will be carried on. The form lists a $10 fee payable to the Town of Buxton.
- Do I need to sign this certificate in front of a notary?
- Yes. The form says the proprietor personally appeared and made oath to the truth of the certificate, and it provides a Notary Public / Attorney at Law block.
- Can I use an online notary for this certificate?
- Maine law, 4 M.R.S. ch. 39, §1915, authorizes remote notarization for eligible acts, and this form is not among the listed carve-outs. Book a commissioned online notary and confirm the clerk will accept the completed certificate.
- Where do I file the certificate if I am unsure?
- The form says to deposit it with the clerk of the town where the business will be carried on. For questions about filing or records, confirm with the town, city, or county registry of deeds if unsure.