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Why your living will and power of attorney matter
Imagine getting hit by a car. You have a young family, so you take their advice and head to the emergency room. There, you passed out and woke up several hours later unable to speak or move. Injuries you weren’t aware of resulted in brain damage. You can’t talk to anyone, and it’s hard… Read More »
Some basics about probate court in Florida
Most Florida residents probably have a grasp on some of the more common aspects of estate planning. They know that a will is a document that will designate the distribution of assets to family members and friends upon the drafter’s death. They also probably know that, if they die without a will, the procedures… Read More »
Should women approach estate planning differently than men?
Married couples often approach the estate planning process together. After all, most married couples jointly own many different assets, such as homes and automobiles, so they have an interest in making sure that their estate plans match up. For most couples, the primary beneficiary of the estate is the other spouse. But, should women… Read More »
These estate planning mistakes can hold you back
When it comes to estate planning, there is no room for error. You need to do everything the right way at the right time. If you make any mistake, it could cause harm to you and/or your family at some point in the future. There are many estate planning mistakes that could get in… Read More »
What happens when there’s a claim against my home’s title?
When you buy a home and go through closing, there’s a sense of finality to the signing of all those documents. Once you’ve signed multiple copies of every form, initialed a bunch of pages and handed over the certified funds or wire receipt for your down payment, you own the home. The agent or… Read More »
Get the right information about trusts and estate plans
If there is one part of estate planning that many people have questions about, it is trusts and trust administration. While most people know the basics of wills and power of attorney documents, trusts can be a bit more complicated. Being appointed as a trustee can be a bit intimidating, simply because of all… Read More »
Follow these estate planning tips in your 30s
Are you in your 30s? If so, it’s safe to say that your life is changing in many ways. Maybe you are settling into your career. And maybe you are bringing your first child into the world. While you have a lot going on, it’s important for you to turn your attention to estate… Read More »
What are the basics of guardianship law in Florida?
There are circumstances in which Florida residents become incapacitated in some way and are, therefore, unable to make decisions regarding their healthcare or finances. When this occurs, a guardian may need to be appointed by a court. So, what are the basics of guardianship law in Florida? Well, for starters, it is important to… Read More »
Checking off each step in the estate planning process
For most Florida residents, the first part of estate planning is to “demystify” the process. After all, most people aren’t familiar with the various aspects of estate planning that can have a significant impact on your assets. A recent article came up with a “checklist” to help Americans understand what needs to occur on… Read More »
Planning is key to helping prevent heirs contesting your will
When you plan your estate, you want to make sure that certain items go to particular people you love or even charities you support. The whole reason people invest in creating an estate plan or last will is to ensure that their wishes will get carried out after their passing. Unfortunately, your heirs may… Read More »
