Does the person named as agent have to sign a power of attorney? | NC

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Q: Does the person named as agent have to sign a power of attorney document? A: Usually, no. Under North Carolina law, the principal — the person granting authority — must properly sign the power of attorney. The named agent generally does not have to sign the original document for the appointment to be valid. A financial agent can usually accept the appointment by exercising the authority or…