A Power Of Attorney (POA) is a legal directive that appoints an individual of your choosing power to make financial or medical decisions on your behalf should you become incapacitated. A power of attorney can also be used to sign contracts, pay bills, sell real estate, and even make investments on your behalf.

Have you ever thought about the most important document in your estate plan? While you might consider awarding your will with this title, it could be a power of attorney. In fact, in many instances, it is a financial power of attorney. A financial power of attorney allows another individual to make financial decisions on your behalf in the event you cannot.