Code · Wisconsin · Chapter 244 — Uniform power of attorney for finances and property

244.14 Agent’s duties.

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(1)Notwithstanding any provisions to the contrary in the power of attorney, an agent who has accepted appointment shall do all of the following:

(a)Act in accordance with the principal’s reasonable expectations to the extent actually known by the agent and, if those expectations are not known, in the principal’s best interest.

(b)Act in good faith.

(c)Act only within the scope of authority granted in the power of attorney.