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What happens to a durable power of attorney when ...

What happens to a durable power of attorney when the person dies? I am speaking of the person that you have durable power of attorney over? Do you have any more say over that person's affairs or does the will go into affect?

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The death of the principal terminates the power of attorney form and the probate process begins. I'm sorry for your loss.

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If you gave the power of attorney to someone else, you should be able to revoke it by notifying that person (the agent or attorney-in-fact) that they no longer are able to act in this capacity for you. For security purposes, you should also notify any banking or financial institution where you have ...

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