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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 ...

When it comes to a power of attorney document, you don't seem to need it – until you suddenly, desperately do. Designating a power of attorney is crucial to creating a strong financial plan, but you ...

A power of attorney (POA) is a powerful thing. A financial power of attorney document allows an appointed person to make financial, legal and property decisions on another individual’s behalf. A ...

Will Kenton is an expert on the economy and investing laws and regulations. He previously held senior editorial roles at Investopedia and Kapitall Wire and holds a MA in Economics from The New School ...

IRS Form 2848: Power of Attorney and Declaration of Representative, authorizes an individual or organization to represent a taxpayer before the IRS, access conifidential tax information, and perform ...

A healthcare power of attorney or healthcare proxy empowers someone to speak with and make decisions about another person’s medical condition, care, and treatment. A healthcare power of attorney, ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. As a business person, you may have seen the term “durable power of attorney” in several situations. Power of attorney is a strange term ...