Power of Attorney: Protect Your Future, Reduce Uncertainty

Appoint Someone You Trust to Make Decisions on Your Behalf

Life is unpredictable. A Power of Attorney (POA) ensures that if you ever become unable to make decisions—whether due to illness, injury, or absence—someone you trust can step in to handle your affairs.
Creating a POA removes uncertainty and stress from life’s unexpected moments. Whether you’re planning ahead for aging parents, getting married, or just want peace of mind, setting up a legally binding Power of Attorney puts you in control.

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What Is a Power of Attorney?

A Power of Attorney is a legal document that allows you (the principal) to grant someone (your agent) the authority to act on your behalf in financial, medical, and/or legal matters.

You can choose:

A single POA covering all decisions

Separate POAs for medical and general matters

Your agent only acts when it’s necessary—whether it’s managing your finances while you’re traveling or making medical decisions if you’re incapacitated.

A Power of Attorney ensures your wishes—not the court’s—dictate what happens.

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Why You Need a Power of Attorney

Plan for the Unexpected
A POA ensures your affairs are handled smoothly if you become unable to make decisions.

Avoid Court Delays
Without a POA, courts may need to appoint a guardian or conservator, which can take months and cost your family money.

Protect Your Loved Ones
Give your family clear guidance and prevent stressful legal battles over decision-making.

Stay in Control
You choose who makes decisions for you and what powers they have.

Having a POA in place provides security for you and the people who care about you.

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Types of Power of Attorney: Choose What’s Right for You

Not all Power of Attorney documents are the same. Depending on your needs, you can create a comprehensive POA or divide responsibilities between different people.

General (Durable) Power of Attorney

Grants broad decision-making authority over financial, healthcare and legal matters.

Remains in effect if you become incapacitated.

Commonly used for long-term estate planning.

Covers: Managing bank accounts, paying bills, filing taxes, handling investments, managing healthcare decisions, and overseeing legal affairs. Also appoints a temporary guardian for any minor dependents.

Why you need it: Ensures your chosen representative is empowered to act on your behalf.

Medical (Healthcare) Power of Attorney

Allows someone to make medical decisions for you if you’re unable to.

Covers obtaining information about your care, consenting to care and treatment options, and making decisions in accordance with any advance healthcare directives.

Covers: Choosing doctors, approving treatments, making life-sustaining treatment decisions.

Why you need it: Ensures your chosen representative is empowered to act on your behalf.

Financial Power of Attorney

Authorizes someone to manage your money and assets when needed, and make all decisions on your behalf (excluding healthcare-related matters).

Can be temporary (for travel) or long-term (for aging or health concerns, or in an emergency).

Covers: Paying bills, managing property, handling taxes, making business decisions.

Why you need it: Authorizes someone you trust to protect and manage your affairs if you're unavailable or incapacitated.

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Understanding Power of Attorney Terms

Legal documents can be confusing, but we keep it simple. Here’s what you need to know:

Principal

Agent (Attorney-in-Fact)

Agent Authority

Successor Agent

Guardian

Revocation

With Duckpins, we make sure your POA is clear, legally binding, and easy to understand.

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Who Should I Choose as My Agent?

Your agent should be someone:
✔ Trustworthy
✔ Responsible and organized
✔ Familiar with your values and preferences

Common choices include spouses, adult children, parents, close friends, or trusted professionals.

Can I Have More Than One Power of Attorney?

Yes! Many people create separate POAs for medical and financial matters.

Does a Power of Attorney Expire?

✔ A Durable POA stays in effect unless revoked.
✔ A Limited POA expires after a set time or task is completed.
✔ You can change or cancel your POA anytime.

Do I Need a Lawyer to Create a POA?

No. Duckpins provides a legally binding Power of Attorney that meets state requirements.

It only takes minutes to set up your Power of Attorney—but it protects you for life.

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Secure Your Future—Create Your Power of Attorney Today

A Power of Attorney is one of the most important legal documents you’ll ever create. It ensures that, no matter what happens, the people you trust most will be able to act on your behalf.

Take control of your future

Avoid legal delays & confusion

Protect your financial & medical decisions

Don’t wait—get peace of mind today.

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