The agent has a duty to act in the best interest of the principal. They may not change or transfer their power of attorney, or change the principal’s will.
Power of attorney ends upon death of the principal, meaning the agent cannot continue to make decisions on behalf of the deceased unless he or she was also named personal representative or executor of the will. If the principal dies without a will, the agent may petition for the role of estate administrator or personal representative.
An agent can quit their role at any time, but cannot designate a new agent to take over.