Power of Attorney

Learn more about power of attorney, and healthcare directives

Power of attorney requirements in Texas
Texas has some unique requirements for granting power of attorney that you need to know before setting yours up.
April 18, 2024 · 3 min read
Estate planning basics: Healthcare power of attorney
Healthcare power of attorney can ensure your best interests are taken into account in an emergency. Learn how to assign a healthcare POA agent.
March 13, 2024 · 9 min read
Financial power of attorney: How it works
A durable financial power of attorney can avoid financial disaster in the event you become incapacitated. You can also use a POA to allow someone to transact business for you if you are out of town or otherwise unavailable.
February 9, 2024 · 12 min read
Power of attorney requirements in Illinois: Types, limitations, and requirements
Power of attorney can help ensure that your financial and healthcare matters are taken care of if you can't be present to sign documents, or if you become incapacitated. Here are the requirements for Illinois.
February 9, 2024 · 11 min read
What is a power of attorney (POA)? A comprehensive guide
Setting up a power of attorney to make your decisions when you can't is a smart thing to do because you never know when you'll need help from someone you trust.
February 8, 2024 · 15 min read
How to get power of attorney in Texas
Power of attorney was created to give you peace of when you're not able to take care of your affairs on your own. Texas makes it easy for you to grant Power of attorney and the peace of mind that goes with it
February 1, 2024 · 3 min read
Do I need a power of attorney?
Along with a will, powers of attorney for finances and health care should be part of everyone’s estate planning documents. Learn about the various types of power of attorney documents, and when each may be needed.
February 1, 2024 · 5 min read
What is a durable power of attorney, and how does it work?
A durable power of attorney helps you plan for the future, appointing someone to handle finances and make medical decisions if you're unable to. Explore the types of powers of attorney and how they work.
January 31, 2024 · 7 min read
Transferring power of attorney
Transferring power of attorney from one person to another isn't always possible, but it can be done under a specific set of circumstances.
December 29, 2023 · 3 min read
Does your college student need a power of attorney?
You've thought of everything for your college-bound child—housing, books, a laptop—but what about his or her power of attorney?
December 29, 2023 · 2 min read