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Power of attorney requirements in Pennsylvania
Granting power of attorney helps ensure that you and your property are protected if you are incapacitated or otherwise unavailable. These are the specific requirements for filing in the Keystone State.
December 28, 2023 · 3 min read
Should your power of attorney be updated?
Whether you're planning your estate or need someone to handle important financial or legal matters for you while you're away, a power of attorney is an important legal document to have. If you don't have one yet, now is a great time to get one—the laws in many states have been revised to reflect a uniform standard. If you already have a power of attorney, check if your state has revised the laws and update your power of attorney to include the current best practices.
December 28, 2023 · 4 min read
What is medical power of attorney?
With a medical power of attorney, you can appoint someone to make healthcare decisions for you if you become incapable of making those decisions yourself.
December 28, 2023 · 3 min read
What is springing power of attorney?
A power of attorney is a crucial part of an estate plan, but in some cases, a springing power of attorney—which only 'springs' into effect if you become incapacitated—may be worth considering.
December 28, 2023 · 3 min read
What's the difference between a durable and a regular power of attorney?
Because a power of attorney is one of the most important legal documents you can have, it's important to know whether you want a durable or regular power of attorney.
December 28, 2023 · 3 min read
Who needs a financial power of attorney?
Find out who can use a power of attorney, how it is useful, and more.
December 28, 2023 · 2 min read
Before you send your kids to college, make sure they sign a power of attorney form
College students are usually legal adults, which means parents may not have a say when a medical crisis hits. A medical power of attorney can help them stay informed and make decisions in an emergency.
December 28, 2023 · 4 min read
Does power of attorney override the wishes of a spouse?
Few relationships hold more legal power than spouses, but simply being married may not mean that someone has the final say in all matters. Find out what power of attorney is and whether it supersedes the rights of the spouse.
December 28, 2023 · 3 min read
5 steps to protect family heirlooms
Use these tips to avoid disputes over cherished family items.
December 11, 2023 · 2 min read
Top five mistakes to avoid writing a living trust
A living trust can be an important part of your estate plan, but watch out for errors that could hamper your estate planning objectives or invalidate the trust.
December 11, 2023 · 4 min read

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