In most U.S. states, the legal age for a medical power of attorney (MPA) is 18 years old. This means that the individual appointing a proxy and the proxy themselves must be of legal age. An MPA is a ...

If you’re approaching the age of eligibility for senior citizen discounts, you’ve probably wondered whether you should get a health care power of attorney. That said, you may even be somewhat unclear ...

The end of life sometimes begins with an advance directive. Learning about advance directives now may make things easier for your loved ones later, when they’re in a hospital room trying to decide ...

A financial power of attorney allows a trusted person to manage your finances if you become incapacitated — and experts say setting one up early is key to avoiding legal disputes later.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Darren Case is an Arizona attorney covering tax and estate planning. Planning for the future is always a crucial aspect of ...