An enduring power of attorney has the power to make a lot of decisions. However, without good planning, they may still not be able to do what you intend them to do. For example, if you appoint your spouse as your enduring attorney they will not be able to do anything that benefits themselves. Find out how to avoid these pitfalls.
If you are incapacitated for a period of time, things won’t stand still and wait for you to recover. Someone still needs to manage your legal and financial affairs, and others will need to make personal and healthcare decisions for you. Do you have the necessary documents in place to make this happen, and avoid the need for your loved ones to apply to the Government for help? If not, read this.
Most people understand the importance of making an Enduring Power of Attorney. If you are not able to make financial decisions for yourself, your Enduring Attorney can step into your shoes and keep things in order on your behalf. However, not all Enduring Powers of Attorney are created equal.
Your Power of Attorney is a legal document which appoints one or more persons to look after your financial affairs on your behalf while you are still alive. There are several different types of Powers of Attorney, and it is important that you get the right one.