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If you don't mind my asking, what sort of transaction do you need it for? They're most commonly used for transfer of securities, and almost invariably done by a custodial agent or bank with whom you have an ongoing relationship. With electronic title, the need is also much less frequent today that it was even 20 years ago. The guarantee is not without risk, so particularly in transactions to which banks are not a party, they've stopped providing the service.

My wife has an account with Vanguard in her previous marriage name. We wanted to get the name updated to her current name, and Vanguard is requiring a signature guarantee.

I've inquired if we accommodate signature guarantees at my office (commercial bank in UTC). I'll message you on Tue if we do.

Thanks,

Xboxboy

We ran into the same thing with Vanguard. (slightly different reasons - but they needed a signature guarantee)

At the time we still had an account with Chase (formerly WAMU) - and they were able to do it.

Credit union couldn't do it.

It's a reason to keep a bank account open (vs just credit union.)

There must be some risk involved, because my banks policy is to only provide signature or medallion guarantees to existing, well known clients. Wish I could help!