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R
ruger911
Asked November 2013
Can a POA sell assets without notifying the siblings?
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jeannegibbs
Nov 2013
Yes. The proceeds must be used for the benefit of the person who owned the assets.
Though the POA has the authority to do this, it might not be the best approach in terms of maintaining family harmony.
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Though the POA has the authority to do this, it might not be the best approach in terms of maintaining family harmony.