Updated January 16, 2023
A Michigan real estate power of attorney is a legal document that permits someone to handle real estate matters on behalf of another person (known as the principal). This document shall provide this agent’s authority to execute all its defined duties. It should be kept in mind this delegation will only be relevant to real property. This document will require the services and acknowledgment of a notary public or, in some instances, only two witnesses.
Laws
- Statutes – Durable Power of Attorney and Designation of Patient Advocate
- Signing Requirements (M.C.L.A. 700-5501; M.C.L.A. 565.36): The principal is required to sign the document in the presence of either a notary public or two (2) witnesses. However, the notary option should be the preferred method if the attorney-in-fact intends to record any conveyances on behalf of the principal.