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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 »
Family fails to gain control of famous blues guitarist’s affairs
Many Florida residents know how important solid estate planning is for both themselves and their families. By investing the proper amount of time and effort, and by keeping all of their estate documents such as wills and trusts up to date, Florida residents can prevent misunderstandings between family members and other professionals who work… Read More »
Things that shouldn’t be included in a will
Creating a will as part of an estate plan can be a daunting task for many Florida residents. There is a tendency for some people to try to stuff their wills with far more specific details than necessary. It is important to remember that when putting together a will, there is some information that… Read More »
Does Florida recognize a holographic will?
Classic cinema is big in Charlotte County, Florida, and many residents are familiar with the Hollywood version of the reading of a will. In the movies it always appears that the evil heir of a beloved family member is just about to inherit all of the deceased’s estate through trickery and forgery. Suddenly, the… Read More »
What are the advantages of a living will?
Many of us have a beloved senior citizen in our lives, and they may live in Fort Myers or elsewhere here in Florida. They could be a parent, grandparent, aunt, uncle or special family friend. These people fill our lives with joy, and we treasure the special times we are able to share with… Read More »
