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Even Millennials need an estate plan
Young adulthood is full of milestones. Millennials in Florida these days are getting an education and landing their first “real” jobs, with benefits such as pensions, retirement plans and life insurance. They may even be making major purchases, such as buying their first homes, or starting families. However, one thing they may not have… Read More »
What happens when there’s a title issue with your home?
Most people barely notice the cost of their title insurance premium when they are closing on their home. After all, compared to the six-figure price tag of your home, that $1,500 or so seems unimportant. However, that title insurance premium can help protect you from the loss of your most important investment and biggest… Read More »
How do you create a valid, enforceable will in Florida?
Many people in Florida have made the wise decision to prepare a will. However, not just any writing will constitute a valid, legally enforceable will. There are certain requirements that must be followed in order for the will to be valid and legally enforceable. First, under Florida Statutes section 733.502, a will in Florida… Read More »
Establishing a Florida guardianship for your adult child
Sometimes things happen that are completely out of our control. Imagine you have an adult child in his late twenties, unmarried, with a good job. His life was heading in the right direction until he went out for a weekend fishing trip with the guys. A horrific boating accident left him with a severe… Read More »
Should a childless couple in Florida have an estate plan?
These days, for very personal reasons, some married couples in Florida choose not to have children. However, this does not mean they should neglect estate planning. After all, one of the few certainties in life is that one day we will all die, so it is important to be prepared. For example, what will… Read More »
How long does the probate process take in Florida?
After a person in Florida passes away, there are certain legalities that must be met. Unless a person has a trust, his or her property will have to go through the probate process. This is true if a person had a will, or if he or she died without a will (known as intestacy.)… Read More »
Can you prevent someone from contesting your last will?
If you’ve taken the steps of creating a last will and estate plan, you likely did so because you have strong preferences about the division of your assets following your death. You don’t want people you love to argue over your estate. Unfortunately, it is common for heirs to contest the last will left… Read More »
What are less-common reasons for estate planning?
In general, people in Florida create an estate plan for several reasons. They may want to avoid having their assets go through the probate process. They may also want to address tax issues and, naturally, see their assets passed on to their loved ones to provide their loved ones’ financial future. However, there are… Read More »
Estate planning tips for people in their 30s
After you reach the age of 30, it won’t be long before you realize that your life has changed in many ways. During this decade of your life, you’ll likely put a lot of time into building your career. Of course, there’s a good chance that you’ll also start a family. While you’re sure… Read More »
Planning for the unthinkable
No one wants to consider their own death. The mere thought of it is frightening to many, and it is an inevitability that is almost always best left unspoken of. But the fact remains that, as of today, there is no way to cheat death, no way to beat it. As they say, when… Read More »
