Category Archives: Powers Of Attorney
Benefits of Powers of Attorney You Did Not Expect
A durable power of attorney is one of the most effective estate planning documents for dealing with incapacity, because you are putting into place a strategy for managing your property if you cannot do so yourself. In a POA, you appoint an agent to handle real estate, personal assets, legal matters, and financial considerations…. Read More »
Overcoming Challenges With Using Florida Powers Of Attorney
When you think or talk about powers of attorney in Florida estate planning, it is usually in the context of the benefits for the person creating it. An article published by AARP discusses the most important advantage, which is having someone to step into your shoes and manage your property if you become incapacitated…. Read More »
Recourse For Abuses Of A Florida Durable Power Of Attorney
A durable power of attorney is one of the most effective tools at your disposal for handling property if you become incapacitated, so it is a key component of Florida estate planning. With this document, you appoint an agent to manage your real estate, personal property, and other assets if you are unable to… Read More »
Power Of Attorney And Living Trusts: Your Agent’s Authority To Amend
A power of attorney is one of the most powerful estate planning tools that supports your financial interests if you become incapacitated. In this document, the principal names an agent who has power to act and make decisions about managing your nearly all facets of your life including your money, insurance, investments, property etc…. Read More »
Reasons To Consider Changing Your Florida Power Of Attorney
As you probably recall from when you originally created your Florida estate plan, it is important to review your documentation and decisions periodically. Changes in your life, family, employment, and even estate planning laws might necessitate modifications over time. However, while many people focus on their will or trust, you should also review the… Read More »
Debunking Myths About Powers Of Attorney
Powers of attorney are a fundamental component of any estate plan, but many Floridians do not fully grasp their role and function. A power of attorney is a document executed by a person, known as the principal, who names a another person to serve as agent and handle decision-making under specifically designated circumstances. These… Read More »
I Have A Living Trust: Do I Need A Florida Durable Power Of Attorney?
Like many people who executed a living trust as part of their Florida estate plan, you were probably attracted to the numerous benefits. Privacy, avoiding probate, asset protection, and providing rules on distributions to beneficiaries are just a few of the reasons individuals opt for a revocable trust. However, Florida law also empowers a… Read More »
5 Key Sections of a Florida Health Care Power of Attorney
Though you may appreciate the importance of creating a will, many people overlook another key document in an estate plan: A Florida Designation of a Health Care Surrogate, sometimes referred to as a health care power of attorney. This document allows you to appoint a person to make health-related decisions on your behalf if… Read More »
