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Illinois Real Estate Power of Attorney Form

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Updated April 08, 2025

An Illinois real estate power of attorney is a document authorizing an attorney-in-fact to buy, sell, exchange, rent, or lease real estate on behalf of a principal (the person creating the document).[1] To be validly executed, the form must be signed by the principal, a notary public, and at least one witness.

Signing Requirements

Must be signed by one witness and a notary public.[2]

Recording

Powers of attorney and any other documents that affect the title to real estate must be recorded with the Recorder’s Office in the county where the property is situated.[3]

Note that in Cook County, the responsibilities of the Recorder’s Office have been taken over by the Clerk’s Office.

Sample

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