Betty Druxman

What is the difference between a General Power of Attorney and an Enduring Power of Attorney? 

You may have heard the terms before and think they are the same but there is a difference. A general power of attorney is an authorization that provides the appointed adult person (known as the attorney) with either general or specific powers to act on behalf of the person (known as the donor) to handle legal or financial obligations. The authorization may be specific such as selling a car only for the donor or it can be all-encompassing.

An enduring power of attorney allows your POA to still act on your behalf in all outlined matters even if you lose mental capacity. 

Once the donor passes away, the power of attorney ceases. If there is a will, an administrator or executor/executrix of the estate steps in. This may or may not be the same person as the POA. 

Select trusted people to handle your affairs and honour your wishes. 

For 2023 I am pleased to have earned a Silver Donor level with the Manitoba Realtors Shelter Foundation which provides monies to housing-related charities across Manitoba. 

Housing makes such a huge impact on our overall health, mental and physical well-being and security. Do not take the roof over your head for granted. Many people would happily trade places with you!

Housing is a human right in my opinion.

I am proud to share that I earned a Bronze Award from the Winnipeg Regional Real Estate Board for 2023. Thank you for choosing me to be 'Your Friend In Real Estate'!

2023 GOLD DONOR ~ I am pleased to learn that I earned a GOLD level donor supporting The Children's Miracle Network and THe Children's Hospital Foundation of Manitoba. A donation is made with each sale. The funds stay here in Manitoba and my office, RE/MAX performance realty is once again, the top supporting office in Manitoba. Today, we watched this video about Pacey, one of the many children who unfortunately require the services of The Children's Hospital. Grab a box of tissues, and please watch his story here > https://youtu.be/3nfOdhRQUOc?feature=shared. What a trooper. As it's been said, not all heroes wear capes. I wish Pacey and his family a bright and healthy future.