Most of us aren’t keen to think about the end of life–especially our own. But discussing the need for and understanding end-of-life planning documents is important for all of us. So, what are these documents and why do you need them? Here’s a summary: 1: Durable power of attorney. This appoints another person to transact business, legal and financial matters for you until you die.Why do you need it? Lets say you are incapacitated by an accident or illness, it allows the perso