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Can a seller's relative sign a legally binding doucment in the absence of the seller?
Greater Tampa REALTOR® News
March 2016
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QUESTION: I have a listing for the sale of a property located in Florida. The seller lives in France and will not be able to attend the closing. However, his sister lives in Florida and can attend the closing. May the seller have a power of attorney document prepared in France authorizing his sister to sign the closing documents?
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ANSWER: Florida law allows a power of attorney to be used in Florida real estate transactions. This document should state the specific powers the seller is granting to the attorneyin-fact. If a power of attorney will be prepared and signed in another state or country, it is important to contact the closing agent to confirm that the power of attorney will be effective and address any concerns in advance of closing. The power of attorney must comply with Florida law. The seller must sign the power of attorney in the presence of two subscribing witnesses, and it must be properly notarized. There may be additional requirements if the document is prepared and signed outside the United States, such as having the principal visit a U.S. embassy or consulate for notarial services, or having a foreign notary’s document authenticated.
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