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It does not happen automatically. However, there are limited instances where both will be held accountable for certain debts and actions.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 9y agoA power of attorney does not change with marriage. It is a document that has to be rewritten.
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∙ 11y agoYes and actually it is recommended by most attorneys that if you are married to have power of attorney with one another.
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∙ 10y agomy mother has power of attorney is it void after i get marred
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∙ 15y agoYes. Married people cannot sign legally binding documents for each other without granting reciprocol POAs.
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I have the power of Attorney for my mothers real estate and she died do I still have power of attorney?
A power of attorney terminates when the principal dies. You need to petition the probate court to be appointed the representative of her estate.
If your boyfriend is incarcerated and you have power of attorney can you obtain a marriage license?
I'm sure a power of attorney must state exactly what it can be used for, You probably could get a marriage license but if he is in jail, how exactly are you going to get married. You still need the other person to speak the vows in front of a magistrate or judge.
Can you still write checks on an account that includes your name after your mothers death with a durable power of attorney?
If you are one of the account holders, yes. You do not need a power of attorney to do so. Also a power of attorney expires on the death of the grantor.
Does a general power of attorney need to be filed with the courts?
Yes. You should be sure to have a general power of attorney and/or medical power of attorney.
Does a limited power or attorney form need to be notarized?
Yes, all power of attorney forms need to be notarized.
Does your spouse still have to take care of you if they no long what to live with you but want to stay married?
Yes, If you are still Legally Married to him he is obligated to by law to take care of you and your children if there are any. You would need to contact an Attorney.
Can the power of attorney close your safe deposit box while you are still living?
If you have given the individual the ability to represent you, yes, they can. Note that a power of attorney ends at the death of the grantor. You need to be careful who you give a power of attorney to and limit it to specific transactions or time frames.
If the father gave his daughter power of attorney does the wife need a power of attorney also if she is on his checking account?
No. The wife doesn't need a Power of Attorney because her husband executed one. If the wife is "on her husband's account" then it's a joint account and the wife can still do her own banking. However, if the wife wants to be able to have someone else do her banking for her then she will also need to execute a POA naming the daughter as her attorney-in-fact.
Why would you need power of attorney if parent is deceased?
You wouldn't need one, as a power of attorney only represents a living person. After their death, a power of attorney would no longer be valid. You need letters of authority to close the estate.
Can I get a power of attorney form at the courthouse in Graham, NC?
Yes you can obtain the power of attorney forms you need from the courthouse.
What power of attorney form do you need to have someone file your taxes for you?
You can get that type of power of attorney directly from the taxing authority.
Why need a will and not a power of attorney?
A power of attorney is granted for a living person. It expires on their death and the executor takes over.
