Updated on May 11th, 2023A Washington general power of attorney form provides residents with the ability to choose a trusted person to represent them and make financial decisions on their behalf. The representative, who is known as an “agent” or “attorney-in-fact,” may receive the principal’s permission to handle their bank accounts, tax filings, or simple tasks like paying bills or picking up mail. Unlike the durable…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Michigan limited power of attorney form is used to appoint an agent to represent the principal (the individual creating the power of attorney) in a limited or specific capacity. This agreement usually terminates once the relevant task or transaction has been completed or on a date specified in the document. The most common purpose for this type of contract is to…
Updated on May 4th, 2023An Idaho general power of attorney allows for a person to act for another in any type of monetary-related decision but does not remain valid in the event the principal should become in an unstable state of mind where he or she can no longer think for themselves. The general power of attorney does not provide the authority to make healthcare…
Updated on May 5th, 2023A Maine tax power of attorney form (2848-ME) allows residents to hire a professional accountant or tax attorney to prepare and file their state taxes. Typically this is an accountant or tax attorney but can be any person. The contract is typically attached to the tax filing. If the tax agent isn’t a professional accountant or attorney, the principal must have…
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Iowa minor (child) power of attorney form is used by parents to authorize a representative, or “agent,” to temporarily act in a parental capacity to provide care for their child. Iowa law states that the agent may perform any act necessary to maintain the child’s usual standard of living. With the appointed powers, the agent will not only be able to…
