Many attorneys think they can keep paying bills or use the donor’s bank account after death — but the moment they pass away, your Power of Attorney ends. Accounts should be frozen straight away, and only the executor can access funds. Even well-meaning payments can leave you personally liable. Learn why this rule exists and how to avoid costly mistakes.

Learn what to do when someone dies: register the death, arrange the funeral, secure assets, and manage digital accounts. Plan ahead today.