Will vs Power of Attorney
One protects you while you are alive. The other takes over when you are gone. They are not alternatives — most people need both.
Different moments
A power of attorney works while you are alive but unable to act. A will works only after death.
Different people
Your attorney acts for you now; your executor administers your estate later. They can be the same person, or not.
The gap most people miss
A will does nothing if you are incapacitated. Without a POA your family may need a court application.
Both, ideally
Start with the free will, then add a power of attorney so the whole span is covered.
What each document actually does
- A power of attorney ceases to have effect on death — that is precisely when the will begins.
- A will cannot authorise anyone to act for you during your lifetime.
- Without a power of attorney, managing your affairs during incapacity can require a costly court appointment.
- You can appoint separate attorneys for property and for personal care.
Pricing
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The Standard will is free — a complete, legally valid will at no cost. The Advanced will and the optional add-ons are paid.
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Essential estate planning for straightforward needs
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- Last Will & Testament
- Instant PDF download
- Free will & secure vault storage
- Secure cloud vault storage
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Full customization for complex estate needs
One-time payment
- Everything in Basic
- Substitute executors
- Pet care provisions
- Cash legacies & specific bequests
- Age-based trusts
- Burial & funeral instructions
- Priority support
Optional Add-ons
Complete Bundle
Everything in one discounted package — the Advanced Will plus Power of Attorney, spousal will, living will, family trust, e-notary, printed delivery, affidavit of execution, will amendment and cross-border will
Power of Attorney
Power of Attorney documents
$19Spousal Will
Mirrored will for your spouse/partner
$19E-Notary
Electronic notarization of your will
$49Frequently asked questions
What is the difference between a will and a power of attorney?
A power of attorney appoints someone to act for you while you are alive but unable to act yourself. A will directs what happens to your estate after you die. They cover different periods and do not overlap.
Does my will cover me if I become incapacitated?
No. A will has no effect until death. Incapacity is what a power of attorney is for.
Can the same person be both?
Yes, and it is common. You can appoint the same person as your attorney and your executor, or choose different people.
Which should I do first?
Make your will first — it is free and takes about twenty minutes — then add a power of attorney.
Does a power of attorney survive death?
No. A power of attorney ends the moment you die, and from that point your executor takes over under your will. If you hold only a power of attorney, nobody has authority over your estate after death.
Do I need a power of attorney if I am married?
Usually yes. Marriage on its own does not give your spouse authority over your bank accounts, investments or medical decisions. Without a power of attorney your family may need a court application to act for you.
Can I appoint different people for property and personal care?
Yes. Many people appoint one person to handle property and finances and another for personal and health-care decisions, choosing each for what they are actually good at. You can also name the same person for both.
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