In this day and age of “do it yourself,” you might be tempted to believe that if you can change a light fixture without a professional, maybe you can prepare a power of attorney without a professional. Online, you can certainly find plenty of “fill-in-the-blanks” forms, information and expert advice, all making the project seem like an easy, money-saving idea. And, once your power of attorney is complete, you can admire the legal document you prepared. While you’re healthy, the power of … [Read more...] about A DIY Power of Attorney is a Bad Idea
Powers of Attorney
Practical Steps Checklist for your Financial Power of Attorney
Step 1: Review it. Before ever trying to use your power of attorney you should always have an experienced and qualified estate planning lawyer review it. This is especially important if such a lawyer lawyer didn't make it for you. No third party will honor a financial power of attorney if it doesn't comply with state laws because they risk being held responsible if they do. Many boilerplate powers of attorney found in stores, on CDs or on the Internet are incomplete and defective and may not … [Read more...] about Practical Steps Checklist for your Financial Power of Attorney
California Advance Health Care Directive – 5 Important Elements
Element 1: Health care power of attorney. A California Advance Health Care Directive (AHCD), which is the California version of a document also known as a health care power of attorney, will let you choose someone who can be responsible for making medical decisions on your behalf should you ever become unconscious or otherwise incapacitated. While you can choose whomever you wish, that person should always be a capable adult who can be easily reached by your health care providers in case of an … [Read more...] about California Advance Health Care Directive – 5 Important Elements
