A Washington real estate power of attorney is a document used by a principal to empower an agent to buy, sell, or mortgage their real property on their behalf.[1] The document must be signed by either a notary public or two witnesses in order to be executed, though notarization is required before it can be recorded.
Must be signed by either two witnesses or a notary public. Note that if the power of attorney will be recorded, it must be notarized.[2][3]
Recording
Real estate powers of attorney used to authorize the conveyance of property must be recorded with the County Auditor’s Office in the county where the property is located.[3]