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Everyday estate planning mistakes that should be avoided
Many Florida residents know the value of solid estate planning. They understand that by following some simple guidelines, it’s possible to steer clear of many difficult legal situations that can develop once a testator passes away. Here is a list of common estate planning mistakes that should be avoided at all costs. One of… Read More »
The basics, and importance, of effective estate planning
Estate planning may sometimes seem like an intimidating concept to families. In reality, estate planning involves several important estate planning tools, or types of documents, and the important considerations many families already have on their minds. While there are several important elements to an effective estate plan, estate plans are uniquely tailored to the… Read More »
Qualities that can help identify the perfect guardian
There are two types of guardians. One kind is someone who will manage a person’s estate after they have passed away, while the other is someone who will become the parent of their dependent child if the parents have died. Choosing the correct guardian for your children can be complicated. So here are some… Read More »
What are the duties of an executor in Florida?
An executor is an individual named in a testator’s will who is charged with taking care of the legal and financial responsibilities of the deceased individual’s estate. The executor’s responsibilities include submitting the will for probate, paying any outstanding taxes for the testator’s estate, settling any debts of the estate, collecting money due the… Read More »
Avoiding probate with a Florida living trust
Probate can be a time-consuming and potentially costly situation for many Florida residents. Probate is the method by which a grantor’s debts are paid and his or her property and assets are distributed to their heirs. But it can take many months for a decedent’s heirs to receive their portion of the assets and… Read More »
What happens during the probate process in Florida?
It is generally only after someone’s death that the process of settling their estate and distributing their assets can begin. If the decedent left a will or died without a will or trust, the estate will need to go through probate. But many Florida residents may not understand exactly what happens during this all… Read More »
Some basic information on Florida guardianship law
Many Florida residents have a pretty good idea of how they want their assets divided up among their loved ones once they have passed away. They may even have executed a will or trust that explicitly spells out their final wishes. But what if there is a special member of their family that is… Read More »
Comic legend’s family continues to argue over his estate plan
Florida residents know that a well thought-out estate plan is one way to prevent disagreements among family members after one has passed away. By having all of the testator’s wishes explicitly spelled out in the estate plan, there can be no room for family disputes when the executors and trustees seek to carry out… Read More »
Some basic information about Florida trusts
Most Florida residents know that a will is traditionally the central component of a good estate plan because it spells out the testator’s specific wishes regarding their assets. And while a will can specify details about the distribution of property, sometimes a better option is to create a trust in order to properly manage… Read More »
Basic estate planning documents that can bring peace of mind
Many Floridians know that the only certainty in life is uncertainty. But when it comes to estate planning, uncertainty can be a recipe for disaster. Failing to provide specific instructions for the distribution of one’s assets after death means the state will decide how to distribute them. But with a little effort, a person… Read More »
