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There different types of powers of attorney.
Yes. There are "Nondurable," "Durable," and "Springing" Power of Attorney.
A "Nondurable" Power of Attorney takes effect immediately. It remains in effect until the Principal revokes it, or until the Principal becomes mentally incompetent or dies. A "Nondurable" Power of Attorney is often used for a specific transaction, like the closing on the sale of residence, or the handling of the Principal's financial affairs while the Principal is traveling outside of the country.
A "Durable" Power of Attorney enables the Agent to act for the Principal even after the Principal is not mentally competent or physically able to make decisions. The "Durable" Power of Attorney may be used immediately, and is effective until it is revoked by the Principal, or until the Principal's death. If you don't specify that you want your Power of Attorney to be durable, it will automatically end if you later become incapacitated.
A "Springing" Power of Attorney becomes effective at a future time designated in advance by the Power of Attorney, such as the illness or disability of the Principal. You can specify that the durable Power of Attorney does not go into effect unless a doctor certifies that you have become incapacitated. A "Springing" Power of Attorney remains in effect until the Principal's death, or until revoked by a court.
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