Power Of Attorney.

[pussnboots]

My friends son is going to work in Vietnam for 12 months, he has a house which is currently for sale and would like his mother to sign any contracts etc on his behalf. What does my friend need just to have temporary powers.

[heathfield]

He needs an "Ordinary Power of Attorney" which is the kind needed for a finite period. You could do it yourself, but it might not be accepted in some quarters, e.g. banks. Best to see a solicitor. They may well have the appropriate form to fill out.

http://www.wikihow.com/Write-an-Ordinary-Power-of-Attorney

[pussnboots]

Thanks for that info.

[Peter Pedant]

if you're gonna use a solicitor... then why not

go to a solicitor that you have chosen to convey the house
( I realise from the text the house is for sale but there is at present no offer)
and say to the fella - what do you need for the mother to contract on the son's behalf ? I would have thought - but I am not legal - that a letter of intent might do. (much cheaper)

[pussnboots]

I have suggested that any documents regarding the sale could be sent to Vietnam via Fax, signed and then faxed back, is this right or am I giving false information.

[pussnboots]

Seems the solicitor handling the sale of the property has said he cant do the power of attorney thing. Another solicitor would need to be employed. Can I just say that I am just trying to get information for my friend and appreciate any help. I will pass on what has been said here. Thanks all.

[Peter Pedant]

um I think you knew the answer before you posted .....

[pussnboots]

No I didn't know the answer, I wouldn't have wasted my time if I had known the answer.