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My step mom has power of attorney over my dads affairs

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y.christy

Junior Member
hat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California. My step mom has power of attorney over my dads affairs. She has sold his business and home. I am his eldest child. Am I entitled to receive any of the money from the sales
 


FlyingRon

Senior Member
hat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California. My step mom has power of attorney over my dads affairs. She has sold his business and home. I am his eldest child. Am I entitled to receive any of the money from the sales
In a word, no.
 

justalayman

Senior Member
hat is the name of your state (only U.S. law)? California. My step mom has power of attorney over my dads affairs. She has sold his business and home. I am his eldest child. Am I entitled to receive any of the money from the sales
A power of attorney is not "over" anybody. It is essentially an authorization to act on behalf of the principal.

Since your father is still alive your father is entitled to keep his money and do with it as he pleases. When he dies you may be entitled to a share of his estate but until that time comes; no, you are due absolutely nothing.
 

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