In situations where you become ill, have an accident or are no longer able to make decisions about your financial affairs, a power of attorney (POA) is helpful. This puts someone you trust in charge of managing your finances or helping you make important choices. There are two types - either temporary or lasting power of attorney.
Your next of kin or spouse can’t make financial decisions unless a POA is in place. And you can’t appoint a POA once you’ve lost mental capacity or after an accident. It must be done in advance and can be a lengthy process. You can make, register or end a power of attorney online or use a professional/solicitor.
We can’t accept overseas POA. Please get in touch with us for more details.