Washington Special Power of Attorney Purchase Encumber is a type of legal document that allows an individual (known as the Principal) to appoint another person (known as the Attorney-in-fact) to act on their behalf in a certain real estate transaction. This document grants the Attorney-in-fact the authority to purchase, encumber, and convey real estate on the Principal's behalf. This document is commonly used when the Principal is unable to attend or legally sign the paperwork required to complete the transaction. There are two types of Washington Special Power of Attorney Purchase Encumber: General and Limited. General Power of Attorney Purchase Encumber grants the Attorney-in-fact broad authority to purchase, encumber, and convey real estate on the Principal's behalf. Limited Power of Attorney Purchase Encumber grants the Attorney-in-fact a more specific authority to purchase, encumber, and convey real estate on the Principal's behalf, with the specific authority outlined in the document.