Sign your own name first
Write “as attorney-in-fact for” or “POA for” after your name
Include the principal’s full legal name
Example: “Your Name, as attorney-in-fact for Principal’s Name”
Use the exact name shown in the power of attorney document
Sign only within the authority granted by the power of attorney
Use the principal’s signature format only if specifically authorized
Add your title if required by the institution
Date the signature if requested
Keep a copy of the power of attorney available when signing
Use the same signature format consistently
Confirm any special signing requirements with the receiving party