@James WiseWe signed a quitclaim deed, had it notarized, and filed it with the county.

I gave my grandma power of attorney and had it notarized before I left.

before I get the deed placed in escrow or does the title company get it notarized for me ?

Here in Vegas we have to submit a notarized form and outline the amount of reduction in fines..

"I'll get docs signed and notarized tomorrow" says the friend. 

Or have it notarized?

Yes, it does need to be notarized and recorded and all that. 

We recently had to have 21 signatures notarized at once and learned the Auto Club (AAA) provides a notary service at no extra charge if you are a premier member.

Dave,I just wish to say is yes absolutely setup your LLC and I suggest you also setup a land trust to asset protect the property and the deed/ title while you are away.Just so you are aware in a beneficiary directed land trust the trustee via a notarized letter of direction would follow the instructions provided by you the beneficiary so from England you can direct the trustee easily and safely.

I have in the past bought the personal property for a token sum (using an agreement of sale for personal property that was signed and notarized), in order to throw it into the dumpster without losing any sleep.