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POWER OF ATTORNEY

California Department of Real Estate

Updated 08-20-2026

POWER OF ATTORNEY

A written instrument whereby a principal gives authority to an agent. The agent acting under such a grant is sometimes called an attorney in fact.

California Department of Real Estate Glossary

California Department of Real Estate · p. 25

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