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===Step 2. Prepare the power of attorney=== | ===Step 2. Prepare the power of attorney=== | ||
The BC Ministry of Justice has an enduring power of attorney form available online. You do not have to use this form, but it gives you an idea of how to make a power of attorney. | The BC Ministry of Justice has an [https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/health/managing-your-health/incapacity-planning enduring power of attorney form available online]. You do not have to use this form, but it gives you an idea of how to make a power of attorney. | ||
Most people will go to a notary public or a lawyer to prepare their power of attorney. In fact, you must sign the power of attorney in the presence of a notary public or lawyer in order for your attorney to have the power to deal with your real estate. | Most people will go to a notary public or a lawyer to prepare their power of attorney. In fact, you must sign the power of attorney in the presence of a notary public or lawyer in order for your attorney to have the power to deal with your real estate. | ||
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| text = Particularly if you have a complicated or unusual situation, it’s best to get some professional help. If you go to a lawyer or notary public, find out how much they will charge you. Phone around and compare prices. See the "[[Where to Get Help for Power of Attorney|Where to Get Help]]" section for options for free or low-cost legal help. | | text = Particularly if you have a complicated or unusual situation, it’s best to get some professional help. If you go to a lawyer or notary public, find out how much they will charge you. Phone around and compare prices. See the "[[Where to Get Help for Power of Attorney|Where to Get Help]]" section for options for free or low-cost legal help. | ||
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=== Step 3. Sign the power of attorney === | === Step 3. Sign the power of attorney === | ||