Letter of Authorization Template – Free Download 2026

I/We, [Authorizing Party's Full Name / Entity Name] ("Authorizing Party"), hereby authorize [Authorized Person's Full Name] ("Authorized Person"), whose identification information is set forth herein, to act on my/our behalf with respect to the following specific matters: (a) [describe authorized act 1 with particularity, e.g., execute all documents necessary to close the real estate transaction described as [property address]]; (b) [describe authorized act 2]; and (c) [describe authorized act 3]. This authorization is limited in scope to the specific acts identified herein and shall not be construed to grant Authorized Person any general agency or authority to act on Authorizing Party's behalf in any other matter.

By virtue of this authorization, Authorized Person is empowered to: (a) execute documents, agreements, and instruments in Authorizing Party's name; (b) make representations and commitments on Authorizing Party's behalf; (c) receive and transmit information, funds, and property; and (d) take such other ancillary actions as are reasonably necessary to accomplish the authorized purposes described herein. Third parties may rely on this Letter of Authorization as conclusive evidence of Authorized Person's authority to act on behalf of Authorizing Party for the stated purposes, and Authorizing Party agrees to ratify and confirm all actions taken by Authorized Person within the scope of this authorization.

This authorization is effective as of [____________] and shall remain in effect until [____________] (the "Expiration Date"), unless earlier revoked in writing by Authorizing Party. Upon the Expiration Date, Authorized Person's authority hereunder shall automatically terminate without further action, and Authorized Person shall have no further authority to act on Authorizing Party's behalf pursuant to this authorization. Authorized Person is expressly prohibited from: (a) sub-delegating this authorization to any other person without Authorizing Party's prior written consent; (b) taking any action outside the scope of the acts specifically described herein; and (c) making any representation that this authorization extends beyond its stated scope or term.

Authorized Person shall exercise the authority granted herein in good faith and solely in the best interests of Authorizing Party. All actions taken by Authorized Person pursuant to this authorization shall be consistent with Authorizing Party's instructions and applicable law. Authorized Person shall maintain accurate records of all actions taken pursuant to this authorization and shall provide an accounting to Authorizing Party promptly upon request. Nothing in this authorization shall be construed to limit Authorizing Party's ability to act personally with respect to the matters described herein.

Authorizing Party reserves the right to revoke this authorization at any time prior to the Expiration Date by delivering written notice of revocation to Authorized Person and to any third party to whom this authorization has been presented. Revocation shall be effective upon receipt of written notice. In the event of revocation, Authorized Person shall immediately cease acting under this authorization and shall cooperate fully with Authorizing Party to transition all pending matters. Actions taken by Authorized Person in good faith and within the scope of this authorization prior to receipt of notice of revocation shall be binding on Authorizing Party.

Authorizing Party shall indemnify and hold harmless third parties who, in good faith and without notice of revocation, rely on this authorization and act in accordance therewith. Authorized Person shall indemnify Authorizing Party for any loss, liability, or expense arising from Authorized Person's unauthorized acts, bad-faith conduct, or material deviation from the instructions and scope of this authorization. This Letter of Authorization shall be governed by the laws of the State of [____________], and any dispute arising hereunder shall be resolved in the courts of competent jurisdiction in [____________] County, [____________].