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The durable power of attorney is one of the most effective and important planning tools for medical care and estate planning, since it enables a person (the principal) to delegate certain powers to ...

What is a durable power of attorney? A power of attorney (POA) is a legal document authorizing an individual to handle specific matters, such as health and financial decisions, on the behalf of ...

It’s viewed as the most important estate planning instrument – even more so than a will. It’s the durable power of attorney (POA) for financial matters, according to Harry Margolis, author of "Get ...

A medical power of attorney is a legal assignment that gives someone the authority to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are incapacitated. By definition, you must make this a durable power ...

A comprehensive estate plan should include a Power of Attorney. A Power of Attorney or “POA” is a legal document in which a person appoints another to make decisions and carry out specific duties on ...

A milestone for any parent occurs when their child turns 18. At this time of year, the 18-year-old may be anxiously awaiting a college admissions decision or otherwise deciding what the child's next ...

Question: My Durable Power of Attorney was drawn up and executed in 2011. Is it still good in Florida? Answer: I do not know if your particular power of attorney was "good" initially, or even now, ...

Imagine that tomorrow you suddenly become severely ill or incapacitated. Who would take care of your finances? How would they do it? If you don’t have a durable power of attorney, others -- even your ...