Escrow & Title

In NC, a 'power of attorney' used in real estate transactions must be:

AOnly verbal and witnessed
BIn writing and typically notarized and recorded if used to convey real property✓ Correct
CApproved by the NCREC
DFiled with the county assessor

Explanation

A power of attorney (POA) used in real estate transactions must be in writing. If used to sign a deed conveying real property, it must be notarized and recorded in the Register of Deeds.

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