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This form is used to designate one or two agents to act on your behalf on a DWS Fund account, requiring a notary stamp or seal for validity.

How to fill out durable power of attorney

How to fill out durable power of attorney

1. Obtain a durable power of attorney form from a legal supply store or online.
2. Fill in your full name and address as the principal on the form.
3. Designate a trusted person as your agent by providing their full name and address.
4. Specify the powers you wish to grant to your agent, such as financial and healthcare decisions.
5. Include any limitations or specific conditions regarding the authority of the agent if desired.
6. Date the document and sign it in the presence of a notary public or witnesses as required by state law.
7. Distribute copies of the completed and signed document to your agent, any relevant family members, and your financial institutions or healthcare providers.

Who needs durable power of attorney?

1. Anyone who wants to ensure their financial and medical decisions are made by a trusted person in case they become incapacitated.
2. Individuals with complex financial situations or chronic health issues.
3. Parents with minor children who want to designate someone to manage their affairs if they cannot.

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What is durable power of attorney?

A durable power of attorney is a legal document that grants a designated person the authority to make decisions on behalf of another person, even if the latter becomes incapacitated.

Who is required to file durable power of attorney?

Typically, any individual who wishes to appoint someone to handle their financial or medical decisions in the event of incapacity may create a durable power of attorney. There is no formal filing requirement; it is usually kept with the individual or their attorney.

How to fill out durable power of attorney?

To fill out a durable power of attorney, you need to provide the names of the principal (the person granting authority) and the agent (the person receiving authority), specify the powers granted, and sign the document in accordance with state laws, often requiring witnesses or notarization.

What is the purpose of durable power of attorney?

The purpose of a durable power of attorney is to ensure that a trusted individual can make decisions regarding finances, health care, or legal matters on behalf of the principal if they are unable to do so themselves due to incapacitation.

What information must be reported on durable power of attorney?

The durable power of attorney must report the names and addresses of the principal and agent, the specific powers granted to the agent, any limitations on those powers, the duration of the authority, and the date it is executed.