9.6 How Long Does a POA Last, and Can It Be Changed?
Learn how long a POA stays active, how to cancel or change it, and what to watch out for.
Explore the Manual
Explore the Deportation Preparation Manual by topic, tool, or chapter to find exactly what you need – plan for child custody, protect your finances, set up a ‘power of attorney,’ and more.
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9.7 How Do You Draft A POA?
Get practical advice on writing your POA correctly, using sample forms, online tools, or getting help from a lawyer if you can.
State-By-State Resources: Powers of Attorney
Use this chapter’s table of state-specific POA forms and links to help you find the right document for your location — covering all 50 states plus DC.
10. Owned Real Property
This chapter helps you navigate tough decisions about your home, land, and other buildings you may own — whether to keep, sell, or gift them — and how to manage loans, co-owners, and protect your property from risks.
Checklist: Owned Real Property
A handy guide of essential actions to take for protecting and managing your real estate in challenging times.
10.1 Do You Own Real Property?
Identify what counts as “real property” and why it matters for your financial future when facing deportation.
10.2 Should You Keep, Sell or Gift your Real Property?
Explore your options and factors to consider before deciding what to do with your property.
10.3 What If There is a Co-Owner?
Learn how co-ownership affects your decisions and the importance of involving co-owners in property decisions
10.4 Do You Have a Loan and Mortgage (or Deed of Trust) on Your Property?
Understand your obligations to lenders and the risks of non-payment or default.
10.5 How Can You Get Professional Help with Handling Property?
Find out where to get trusted legal and real estate assistance to handle your property correctly.