A power of attorney can be used to grant any, or all, of the following legal powers to an agent:

• Buy, sell, maintain, pay taxes on and mortgage real estate.
• Manage your property.
• Conduct your banking transactions.
• Invest, or not invest, your money in stocks, bonds and mutual funds.
• Make legal claims and conduct litigation.
• Attend to tax and retirement matters.
• Make gifts on your behalf.
• Use your assets to pay your everyday expenses and those of your family.
• Buy and sell insurance policies and annuities for you.
• Claim property you inherit or are otherwise entitled to.
• Collect benefits from Social Security, Medicare or other government programs or civil or military service.
• Operate your small business.