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Having credit card debts and other debts is just a fact of life for many adults. Some people don’t think about what will happen to those debts when they pass away. It’s critical for all adults to learn about how the decedent’s debts are handled after they pass away. ...
Dealing with the loss of a loved one is already emotionally taxing, and the complexities of out-of-state probate can add even more stress. When the decedent owns property in a state other than where they lived, the property must undergo the ancillary probate process...
When a loved one dies and you’re the executor of their estate, you have a lot of different responsibilities ahead of you – not the least of which is making sure that you take control of the assets they’ve left behind. As the executor, it’s expected that you will...
The loss of a spouse is one of life’s most profound challenges, regardless of an individual’s age. However, the loss is especially painful for elderly individuals who often face this transition with a mix of grief and uncertainty. When your surviving parent is...
Navigating the probate process can feel overwhelming, but if you're in the Tampa Bay or Orlando metro areas, we make it easy, seamless, and stress-free. Whether you’re in Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Orange, Seminole, Osceola, or Lake counties, our experienced team...
If you live in Florida, there's a chance the state is holding onto money or property that belongs to you. No, this isn’t a scam—it’s called unclaimed property, and recovering it could mean anything from a forgotten bank account to an inheritance you didn’t know...
If you’re in Hillsborough, Pasco, or Pinellas counties, and you’ve discovered unclaimed property tied to a deceased loved one, you might think it’s as simple as filing a claim online. But here’s the catch: when unclaimed property belongs to someone who has passed...
Florida has a very high percentage of retirees among its residents. Quite a few older adults are snowbirds who spend part of the year in Florida and the remainder of the year in another state. Many others move full-time to Florida to enjoy their retirements in a state...
Those who put effort into crafting a thoughtful estate plan take steps that could take care of their loved ones in the event of their passing. Florida residents who think an estate plan is never subject to revisions could be mistaken. There are numerous instances when...
Florida testators will have likely named an personal representative in their will. An personal representative role is critical in managing and distributing the decedent's estate according to their wishes and the applicable laws. The duties of an personal...