Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Bob Carlson researches all facets of retirement finances. Every estate plan should have a power of attorney in which you give one ...

Have you ever had the problem of a bank, hospital or other institution not recognizing a properly filled out and signed power-of-attorney form that gave you the authority to deal with that bank or ...

Power of attorney (POA) is a crucial legal tool that allows an individual to delegate decision-making authority to another person. Whether managing financial matters, healthcare decisions or other ...

The tax season that’s due to open when the Internal Revenue Service begins accepting tax returns next Monday is promising to bring a host of challenges. Tax professionals are largely ready to forge ...

A healthcare power of attorney or healthcare proxy empowers someone to speak with and make decisions about another person’s medical condition, care, and treatment. A healthcare power of attorney, ...