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Are different kinds of Powers of Attorney available in Florida?
Some people have an unnatural fear about powers of attorney. This fear stems quite naturally from the misconception that once a POA has been invoked, it can never be rescinded. And while this isn’t factual, these people should also know that there are several different kinds of POAs available in Florida and each can… Read More »
Important estate planning documents for unmarried Floridians
Just because someone is single doesn’t mean that they can’t benefit from good estate planning. Even a person who is not married may still possess considerable assets that must be properly dispersed. If an unmarried Floridian passes away without a proper estate plan, then his or her assets will be distributed according to Florida… Read More »
Basic requirements for a Florida guardianship
It can be very difficult to see the physical and mental deterioration of a loved one. As they get worse, they may not be able to make lucid decisions about their health and finances. When that happens, families may decide to appoint a guardian for their loved one who will be able to act… Read More »
What assets does a Florida court consider to be probate assets?
Probate is the process by which the assets and property of a deceased individual are identified and labeled by a court and then distributed to the testator’s beneficiaries after these assets are used to first pay off any outstanding debt that the testator may have had, including probate costs. But, there are many different… Read More »
Comedian’s will to prevent production of further film sequels
Most Florida residents know that a will is used by the testator to indicate precisely how their estate should be taken care of after their death. However, a will can also be used for other specific instructions as well. It can, for example, indicate precisely how the testator’s image and voice can be used… Read More »
Trustees must act in the bests of the trust or face legal action
When people create an estate plan they trust that the people who are administering this plan will work to carry out their final wishes. Florida residents take great care using estate planning documents for the benefit of their loved ones. However, they do need to rely on others to carry it out after their… Read More »
Are there different kinds of trusts?
A trust is a specific kind of estate planning tool that can complement your will and allow you to control different kinds of property that you may own. A trust allows you to transfer ownership of specific property to another person known as a trustee. The trustee will then supervise the property for a… Read More »
Advantages of a Florida living will
Last week’s blog examined several different types of advanced health directives that are available to the residents of Florida. This week’s blog will examine one of those documents in greater detail; the living will. Living wills can be an important component of a well thought out estate plan and can offer peace of mind… Read More »
What advance health directives are available in Florida?
Solid estate planning includes more than just a well written will. It should also include advanced health care directive documents that express the testator’s wishes regarding specific health care procedures including when to give or hold back medical treatment. But not all advanced health directives are recognized by every state. So what specific advanced… Read More »
Children resolve estate battle with comic legend’s widow
Florida residents know that estate planning that explicitly details all the wishes of the testator is one way to prevent a family dispute about the estate assets later on. However, if there are no explicit directions over any of the assets, then arguments from family members can develop and these disagreements can cost time… Read More »
