A durable power of attorney (POA) enables your elderly parent (called the principal in the power of attorney document) to appoint an agent, such as a trusted relative or friend, to handle specific health, legal and financial responsibilities. There are two types of power of attorney:
Deeds are also categorized based on the type of title warranties provided by the grantor. The general warranty deed, for example, provides the highest level of protection to the buyer. The quitclaim deed, on the other hand, typically provides the least buyer protection. The different types of deeds include:
Some policies do offer homeowners. protections against forgery after the homeowner has taken title to the property. More importantly, if you become aware of a forged deed in the chain of title to. your home, and have a title policy with forgery protection, the title company may.