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When Florida residents put estate plans into place, they take steps to protect their wealth while they are still alive and ensure that their assets are distributed according to their wishes after they pass away. A properly designed estate plan can reduce or eliminate...
New parents in Florida have many things to consider, from changing diapers to getting some sleep. Estate planning should also be a major priority. Writing down their last wishes is vital to ensuring their growing family is cared for when they die. The birth of a new...
No one wants to think about what will happen after a loved one dies in Florida. However, to best prepare your loved ones, it’s instrumental to set up an estate plan ahead of time. What is an estate plan? An estate plan is a set of documents that will tell the courts...
Estate planning is one of the most important things you can do in Florida or anywhere else. It’s a way to take charge and plan for the future while protecting your estate and heirs. You can also protect yourself by having advance care directives. Understanding advance...
Florida estate planning attorney Daniel de Paz has been selected for Super Lawyers, a website that honors and rates esteemed lawyers. This is the fourth consecutive year De Paz has been selected to Super Lawyers Rising Stars. About Daniel de Paz’s practice Daniel de...
When a person passes away in Florida, their will dictates who will inherit their assets. Some assets, such as retirement accounts, cannot be bequeathed in a will. Instead, the account passes on to whoever the owner names as a beneficiary. It is also wise to name an...
If you have ever thought about what might happen once you’re no longer around, you’re not alone. Creating a Florida estate plan is a good way to prepare and protect your property and heirs. These are some facts you should know about estate planning. It’s for everyone...
Trusts form an important part of Florida estate planning, and many people choose them to avoid the type of challenges commonly made against wills. However, certain circumstances do allow you to contest a trust. Mismanagement by the trustee One of the most important...
Most people thinking about writing a will likely focus on what assets to leave to specific beneficiaries. However, some might have assets that require special consideration, so devising an irrevocable trust might be preferable. The trust could give the grantor more...
When you are creating or updating your estate plan, it is important to pay attention to your beneficiary designations to avoid any potential issues, such as your estate being distributed in a way that you don't want. The first step, however, is to understand what a...