Power of Attorney for Immovable Property

Becoming a power of attorney for someone and their estate requires a person to assume control of the person's finances, property and estate. Immovable property has often been a complicated issue to address in power of attorney cases.

Description

• Homes or places in which people reside are considered to be immovable. For this reason, there may be confusion regarding what is movable. The power of attorney can have legal rights over the immovable property and the movable assets held within it. This can include fixtures, furniture and furnishings around the home.

Responsibilities

• The responsibility of the person designated as the power of attorney for an estate includes the responsibility to outline and describe what is considered the immovable property. In some cases, the value of the property can influence how the property is sold. According to US Legal, there can also be different types of power of attorney that give limited or full rights for property and estate planning.

Rights

• In cases regarding immovable property, the power of attorney can have rights to designate the apartment or home as immovable and therefore not subject to sale. Property issues can become difficult and getting legal advice may help the power of attorney in the process.