Updated on May 5th, 2023A Michigan durable power of attorney form allows an individual, known as the “principal,” to choose a representative to make any type of financial decisions and actions on their behalf. This type of contract either comes into effect immediately (and endures after the principal’s incapacitation) or only upon a physician declaring that the principal has become incapacitated. A secondary agent should…
Updated on May 10th, 2023A South Dakota medical power of attorney permits an individual to select an agent who will decide all aspects of their healthcare when they cannot speak for themselves. There are a few restrictions as to the choice for the agent; whoever is chosen should live, or at least be available, in a location that is close to the individual, and the…
Updated on May 5th, 2023An Illinois durable power of attorney form enables the principal, or the individual creating the form, to assign an agent to oversee their finances and make decisions on their behalf. Because the form is durable, the agent will be able to operate even when the principal is unable to make decisions for herself (as determined by a licensed physician). Due to…
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 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…
