What does a POA do?

An attorney can handle various aspects of your financial affairs, such as property management, banking, and investments. For example, your attorney may:

• Manage your bank accounts
• Manage your investments
• Pay your bills
• Buy and sell real estate on your behalf
• Collect rent for you
• Sign legal documents on your behalf

In doing the above, the attorney must manage your financial affairs responsibly and honestly, acting in your best interests and keeping records at all times.

Importantly, an enduring power of attorney in NSW cannot make decisions regarding your personal care or medical treatment.