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Power of Attorney (General)

Legal document authorizing someone to act on another's behalf in financial matters.

Added: December 12, 2025
Applicable: Universal

Detailed Explanation

A General Power of Attorney (POA) grants an agent (or attorney-in-fact) broad authority to act on behalf of the principal in financial and legal matters. This can include handling bank accounts, signing contracts, and selling property. A standard general POA typically ends if the principal becomes incapacitated.

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#authority#agent#financial#legal

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