Tag Archives: estate plan
Financing Fido: Should you consider a pet trust?
Pet lovers often consider their dogs, cats, birds and other pets as fury, feathery or scaly family members. Opening your home to a pet comes with many joys, results in some interesting stories and can even have some health benefits – but it also comes with a cost. A literal cost. The care and… Read More »
Case shows how estate planning snafu snubs intended beneficiary
The devil is in the details. This phrase is often true when it comes to legal matters. A recent case is bringing attention to just how important the details are when it comes to estate planning. What happened in this case? The case involves a woman who was going through a divorce. In an… Read More »
Need an estate lawyer? Three times the answer is yes.
Is putting together an estate plan on your summer to-do list? If not, it should be. Putting together an estate plan is important to everyone, regardless of net worth. If you are uncertain about whether or not a plan can benefit you, ask yourself these three questions: Do you want to have a say… Read More »
Preparing for baby? Three tips to get your finances in order.
Getting ready for a baby is an exciting and terrifying time. Putting together a crib and changing table prove to be bonding experiences of epic proportions for parents. This is true both with the emotional it’s-really-happening as well as the typical putting-together-furniture-is-so-frustrating issues. Amid these bonding experiences, you may find yourself having panic attacks… Read More »
Prince’s estate may owe more than it’s worth
Estate planning is more than just determining who gets what. This legal process can also be used to help reduce the taxes imposed on your estate. A failure to put together a plan leaves your estate at the mercy of the government – which can lead to steep tax bills. How steep? In short,… Read More »
Estate planning and divorce: One step to protect your children
It is rare that anything in law can be done with one step. Thankfully, when it comes to safeguarding your children’s financial future after a divorce, one relatively simple step can make a big difference. In fact, it isn’t even that painful – and as an added bonus, it is also an important step… Read More »
Estate planning tips: Children with special needs
Planning for your family’s future financial needs can be intimidating. It leads to a myriad of questions. How much will it cost to keep the house? What should I set aside for medical and dental bills? What about college costs? These questions multiply when a member of the family has special needs. Special needs… Read More »
When a Prince errs: Learn from the star’s estate planning mistakes
Even Hollywood royalty can make mistakes. This was highlighted by the recent revelation that music mega-star Prince did not have a will. The star’s mistake provides an opportunity for countless others to learn from this error. Prince was not alone; failing to put together a will is one of the four most common estate… 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 »
