I will most likely not be present when we close on our house. I want to handwrite a power of attorney and get it notarized. Will this be sufficient? Here is an example of what I will write:

To Whom It May Concern:

I, insert name, born on insert date with social security number insert number give sole power of attorney to my husband, insert name, in regards to any financial matter/decsion and any real estate matter/decision.

Will this be sufficient for closing and maybe other financial matters while I am out of town?

Thanks!

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Originally Posted by sweatpea

I will most likely not be present when we close on our house. I want to handwrite a power of attorney and get it notarized. Will this be sufficient? Here is an example of what I will write:

To Whom It May Concern:

I, insert name, born on insert date with social security number insert number give sole power of attorney to my husband, insert name, in regards to any financial matter/decsion and any real estate matter/decision.

Will this be sufficient for closing and maybe other financial matters while I am out of town?

thanks!

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Heading on the document" Power of Attorney Limited"

I, _____________Born on__________ with SS #____________________
Driver License # ___________________give Limited Power of Attorney TO:_______________________________ for the sole purpose of in regard to the financial matter/decision reagarding the Real Estate Matter/decision. The Power of Attorney expires after the settlement of the Real Estate matter forecoming.

Just a though about the POA, not legal advise>

You should ask the closing agent (Title Company) to prepare the Specific Power of Attorney. They will be sure to do it in a format acceptable to all. In the case of a VA Guaranteed mortgage, the Veteran's Administration has their own form that must be used.