An enduring power of attorney (EPOA) is a legal document that says who can make decisions and sign documents for you, in relation to your personal care and welfare or your property, if you can’t – because you have lost the mental capacity or physical ability to do so. These documents are recommended for people of all ages, and are required by most retirement villages. Having an EPOA in place could save your loved ones a lot of money and stress in the future in the event you do lose capacity. The alternative is to have someone appointed by the High Court – which costs several thousands of dollars every few years, and the person appointed may not be who you would want.
The prices below indicate a range and base price you can expect to pay for standard documentation. Please contact us any time to discuss your requirements.
*Prices exclude GST and disbursements.
**Terms and conditions apply.
| Service | Standard Price |
|---|---|
| Enduring power of attorney in relation property | $700 to $1,000 |
| Enduring power of attorney in relation to personal care and welfare | $700 to $1,000 |
| Both enduring power of attorney documents attended to at the same time | $900 to $1,200 |
| Power of attorney and deed of delegation | $500 |
| Package: both EPOAs and a new Will for 2x people (straight-forward, for a couple) | $2,500 |
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