Does a power of attorney have to be recorded when a house is sold?

A power of attorney used in a South Carolina home sale generally does need to be recorded along with the deed, since the county register of deeds needs a record of the authority used to sign on the owner's behalf. The closing attorney handles this recording as part of the standard closing process. Brian Beatty coordinates with the closing attorney whenever a power of attorney is involved to make sure this step doesn't get missed.