No, a Power of Attorney (POA) cannot be used after your death. This legal authority automatically terminates upon your passing.
Why Does a Power of Attorney Terminate at Death?
A Power of Attorney is a legal document that grants someone the authority to act on your behalf while you are alive. This authority is limited to your lifetime and ceases to be valid upon death. After this point, the management of your estate falls under the authority of:
Your Will: If you have a Last Will, the executor you named will take over responsibilities for settling your estate.
Your Trust: If you established a trust, the trustee will handle the distribution of trust assets according to its terms.