A special seal known as a Medallion Guarantee is placed when you sell or transfer securities. It confirms the validity of the signing party's signature authorizing the sale or transfer as well as the signing party's competence and authority to execute the document.

For each Medallion Guarantee, the precise coverage limit is indicated by the alpha prefix on the stamp. If the transaction's value exceeds the cap, the medallion signature guarantee will be rejected. The Prefix and related coverage limitations are there, and in the event of forgery, financial institutions that supply medallion stamps will accept liability under the Medallion program for sums up to the associated coverage level.

A Medallion Guarantee is only good for the particular transaction that it is intended for. It does not authorize a party to execute future transactions or to have access to information pertaining to a specific account.

How do I determine whether my transfer needs an MSG?

You should check with your other employer to see whether they require an MSG for transfer documentation. If so, you might need an MSG.

·        Your other business might not be a part of an electronic service for investment transfers.

·        You are alternating between two various accounts. You could, for instance, move assets from a joint account to an individual account.

·        The name on the account does not match the name listed on other firm's account.

What ought to I do following an MSG?

Post your completed form and don't forget to include a recent account statement, at least 90 days old, from your former company. Some formal papers require a Medallion signature guarantee, which authenticates your signature and attests to your capacity and legal right to sign. A bank official, trust company, is typically able to provide an MSG. A notary public is not permitted to provide a Medallion signature guarantee. The financial institution offering the assurance is liable for any incorrect or forged signatures.