The officers documented what was relevant to the report, and Rachel reviewed the papers I was entitled to see as the proposed seller and owner.

There was a draft limited power of attorney.

It purported to let someone act for me in connection with a property transaction.

There were copies of identification documents, mortgage information, addresses for title and notary services, and a business card.

Monica Hayes.

Real-estate consultant.

A professional-looking title did not tell us whether she held a license or had authority to represent me.

Rachel put the card aside for verification.