Wha tis the difference between a Durable Power of Attorney and Power of Attorney?
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Wha tis the difference between a Durable Power of Attorney and Power of Attorney?
I am durable power of attorney and the grantor has left open titles on his vehicles, and I was told to sign them. Do I have this right?
Asked on October 20, 2012 under Estate Planning, Tennessee
Answers:
Catherine Blackburn / Blackburn Law Firm
Answered 11 years ago | Contributor
Yes, as an agent under a power of attorney, you probably have the authority to sign titles to the grantor's vehicles. You have the authority if the power of attorney gives you authority over vehicles or personal property or the like.
A durable power of attorney is one that continues with authority if the principal (the grantor) becomes incapacitated. Of course, it does not continue if the principal dies. A non-durable power of attorney ceases to provide authority if the principal becomes incapacitated.
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