My mom just had this done and she was charged $1,100.
I was planning on using the same lawyer to do some other work for me but I’m trying to figure out if that’s an average price or on the pricey side.
What do you all think. I’m in Georgia , by the way . If that makes any difference.
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The price covers the lawyer who makes sure it meets all standards, and staff who type it up . A good “ investment “ to pay it
For those saying you can do it yourself, you sure can. However, you may find that some institutions won’t honor the POA or insist on their own notarized documents. Having it drawn up on a law firm’s letterhead and having an attorney they can contact if they are uncertain or have questions about the legitimacy makes it more likely to be accepted.
We the met with him when all the ducks were in a row. He had the will bound and organized and notarized. He gave us a lot of info which we would never have thought of.
2 hours of 'his' time. $1500. We have to re-vamp the will this year as DH is retiring, we're going to start taking our annuities payout and we bought a new home. Enough things have changed that we need a 'new' will.
I think $1100 is about the going rate. But it's completely worth it!!
My son's an atty and we don't have him do a single thing for us, ever. Better to now use family, I think. He charges based on the amt of time & work. But I think the standard rate is about $1500 (he's in the PNW)
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Be aware that many banks and investment firms require separate POA forms specific to their institution for any financial actions to be conducted by a POA.
Be aware that many banks and investment firms require separate POA forms specific to their institution for any financial actions to be conducted by a POA.
Print all of the POA and Advanced Directive paperwork from the internet.
Then, have it notarized. But, do it as quickly as possible, While your loved-one is still able to understand.