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== Preparing the power of attorney == | == Preparing the power of attorney == | ||
Most people go to a notary public or a lawyer to prepare their power of attorney. If you have a complicated or unusual situation, it’s best to get professional help. Phone around and compare prices. You should be able to get free quotes. See the Where To Get Help section for help finding a legal professional. | Most people go to a notary public or a lawyer to prepare their power of attorney. If you have a complicated or unusual situation, it’s best to get professional help. Phone around and compare prices. You should be able to get free quotes. See the [[Where To Get Help for Powers of Attorney|Where To Get Help] section for help finding a legal professional. | ||
You ''must'' go to a notary public or lawyer if you want: | You ''must'' go to a notary public or lawyer if you want: | ||
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| text = You can choose when you want your power of attorney to start. A power of attorney can be written so that your attorney has the legal authority to act as soon as it’s signed. However, this doesn’t mean it has to be ''used'' immediately. Make sure your attorney knows when you want them to act. | | text = You can choose when you want your power of attorney to start. A power of attorney can be written so that your attorney has the legal authority to act as soon as it’s signed. However, this doesn’t mean it has to be ''used'' immediately. Make sure your attorney knows when you want them to act. | ||
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