Legal Question in Real Estate Law in Washington

Power off Attorney

What kind of power of attorney do I need to take out a home equity line of credit on someone else's behalf?


Asked on 4/15/07, 2:05 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys

Elizabeth Powell ELizabeth Powell PS Inc

Re: Power off Attorney

Its generally referred to as a Durable Power of Attorney, sometimes general, and the operative phrase is the power to encumber or mortgage in the principal's place or stead. The name of the document is not important, what's important is the grant of powers contained within it.

Making a DPOA requires a competent principal. If the principal is not competent at this time you need to investiate a guardianship.

Hope this helps. Powell

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Answered on 4/15/07, 4:57 pm


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