Decisions to Make for Your Power of Attorney
A power of attorney may seem like a simple document, but there are several important decisions that need to be made when creating one. From whom to appoint to what powers to grant, care and consideration should be put into each choice. A power of attorney is one of the most important estate planning documents you can […]
The Durable Power of Attorney: Your Most Important Estate Planning Document
For most people, the durable power of attorney is the most important estate planning instrument available — even more useful than a will. A power of attorney allows a person you appoint — your “attorney-in-fact” or “agent” — to act in place of you – the “principal” — for financial purposes when and if you […]
Top 5 Reasons Everyone Needs a Comprehensive Power of Attorney
The benefits of a comprehensive Power of Attorney (aka Financial Power of Attorney, Durable Power of Attorney) are numerous. If done properly, a Power of Attorney can make progressing through life seamless. Unfortunately, many Powers of Attorney just don’t hold up and can actually cause problems, especially if they are old. To begin, a […]