What is a power of attorney?

A power of attorney is a legal document where you give another person the authority to make decisions and take actions on your behalf — such as managing finances or signing contracts.

Who is the agent in a power of attorney?

The agent (also called the attorney-in-fact) is the person you choose to act on your behalf. They must be someone you trust completely, as they can make legally binding decisions for you.

What is a general power of attorney?

A general power of attorney gives your agent broad authority to handle many types of decisions — such as managing bank accounts, signing contracts, and dealing with property — on your behalf.

What is a financial power of attorney?

It gives your agent authority to manage your financial affairs — such as paying bills, filing taxes, buying or selling property, and managing bank accounts.

What is a limited power of attorney?

A limited (or special) power of attorney gives your agent authority for one specific task only — for example, selling a particular vehicle or completing a single property transaction. It expires once the task is done.

What is a durable power of attorney?

A durable power of attorney remains valid even if you become mentally incapacitated. A standard power of attorney typically ends if you lose mental capacity.

How do I cancel a power of attorney?

You can revoke it at any time while you are mentally capable, by signing a written revocation and notifying your agent and any third parties who relied on the document.

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