Order to Authorize and/or Confirm Sale/Mortgage/Lease of Real Estate of Ward under Guardianship (Minor and Adult Guardianship)

This form is used by the court to make a final decision about whether it is okay to sell, put a mortgage on, or rent out the real estate belonging to a person who is under guardianship. The court reviews the request and issues an order either denying or approving the transaction.

The court describes it as: To authorize and/or confirm the agreement for sale, mortgage, or lease property of individual under guardianship.

Official instructions

How-to guides published by the court for this form.

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Common questions

Who fills out this form?

The form is an order issued by the court after reviewing an application and holding a hearing. It is not filled out by the petitioner or respondent.

What does the court decide with this form?

The court decides if the sale, mortgage, or lease of the ward's real estate is allowed, or if an existing agreement for such a transaction is confirmed.

Is this a final document?

If a Circuit Court Judge signs it, this order is final for the purpose of appeal.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 10, 2026. The current version took effect May 28, 2020.

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