Des Moines County General Power of Attorney Form

Last validated July 10, 2026 by our Forms Development Team

Des Moines County Power of Attorney Form

Des Moines County Power of Attorney Form

Fill in the blank form formatted to comply with all recording and content requirements.

Document Last Validated 7/10/2026
Des Moines County Power of Attorney Guidelines

Des Moines County Power of Attorney Guidelines

Line by line guide explaining every blank on the form.

Document Last Validated 4/21/2026
Des Moines County Completed Example of the Power of Attorney

Des Moines County Completed Example of the Power of Attorney

Example of a properly completed form for reference.

Document Last Validated 6/23/2026
Des Moines County Agents Certification Form

Des Moines County Agents Certification Form

Agent certifies he/she is authorized to act. Often required by third parties.

Document Last Validated 6/19/2026

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Important: Your property must be located in Des Moines County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

Where to Record Your Documents

Des Moines County Recorder

Address:
Courthouse - 513 N Main St / PO Box 277
Burlington, Iowa 52601

Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Mon-Fri

Phone: (319) 753-8221

Recording Tips for Des Moines County:
  • Recording fees may differ from what's posted online - verify current rates
  • Leave recording info boxes blank - the office fills these
  • Make copies of your documents before recording - keep originals safe
  • Bring extra funds - fees can vary by document type and page count

Cities and Jurisdictions in Des Moines County

Properties in any of these areas use Des Moines County forms:

  • Burlington
  • Danville
  • Mediapolis
  • Middletown
  • Sperry
  • West Burlington
  • Yarmouth

View Complete Recorder Office Guide

Hours, fees, requirements, and more for Des Moines County

How do I get my forms?

Forms are available for immediate download after payment. The Des Moines County forms will be in your account ready to download to your computer. An account is created for you during checkout if you don't have one. Forms are NOT emailed.

Are these forms guaranteed to be recordable in Des Moines County?

Yes. Our form blanks are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable formatting requirements used for recording in Des Moines County, including margin requirements, font requirements, and other layout standards. This guarantee applies to formatting, not to the legal sufficiency of information entered by the user or the suitability of a form for a particular transaction.

Can I reuse these forms?

Yes. You can reuse the forms for your personal use. For example, if you have multiple properties in Des Moines County you only need to order once.

What do I need to use these forms?

The forms are PDFs that you fill out on your computer. You'll need Adobe Reader (free software that most computers already have). You do NOT enter your property information online - you download the blank forms and complete them privately on your own computer.

Are there any recurring fees?

No. This is a one-time purchase. Nothing to cancel, no memberships, no recurring fees.

How much does it cost to record in Des Moines County?

Recording fees in Des Moines County vary. Contact the recorder's office at (319) 753-8221 for current fees.

Questions answered? Let's get started!

This power of attorney authorizes another person (your agent) to make decisions concerning your property for you (the principal). Your agent will be able to make decisions and act with respect to your property (including but not limited to your money) whether or not you are able to act for yourself. The meaning of authority over subjects listed on this form is explained in the Iowa Uniform Power of Attorney Act, Iowa Code chapter 633B.
Subjects
(______) Real Property (633B.204)
(______) Tangible Personal Property (633B.205)
(______) Stocks and Bonds (633B.206)
(______) Commodities and Options (633B.207)
(______) Banks and Other Financial Institutions (633B.208)
(______) Operation of Entity or Business (633B.209)
(______) Insurance and Annuities (633B.210)
(______) Estates, Trusts, and Other Beneficial Interests (633B.2I I)
(______) Claims and Litigation (633B.212)
(______) Personal and Family Maintenance (633B.213)
(______) Benefits from Governmental Programs or Civil or Military Service (633B.214)
(______) Retirement Plans (633B.215)
(______) Taxes (633B.216)

(Iowa POA Package includes form, guidelines, and completed example)


Important: Your property must be located in Des Moines County to use these forms. Documents should be recorded at the office below.

This General Power of Attorney meets all recording requirements specific to Des Moines County.

Our Promise

The documents you receive here are guaranteed to meet or exceed the applicable Des Moines County recording format requirements. If there is a rejection caused by our formatting, we will correct the issue or refund your payment. This guarantee applies to document formatting only and does not extend to information entered by the user, the selection of the form, or the legal effect of the completed document.

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