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Deciding how to set up your estate plan is a major decision. You have several different tools to consider when you’re setting up this plan. Among these tools is a revocable trust. This option differs from irrevocable trusts because of its flexibility. Some people...
No parent likes the thought that they may one day not be around for their young children. Unfortunately, an illness or accident could cut your life short and leave your kids without your love and protection. The good news is you can take steps to ensure your children...
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...
Florida's Unclaimed Property Law: Reclaiming Lost Treasures Imagine a forgotten bank account from your college days or an uncashed check tucked away in some old documents. Many people are unaware that such dormant assets are still rightfully theirs, waiting to be...
Some people believe estate planning in Florida is only needed when you get older. However, going through this process and creating a will is essential if you're young. If you pass away, doing so will ensure you have a guardian for your children. It also ensures the...
Florida residents can use trusts to reduce estate taxes and ease the probate process for their loved ones. Living or revocable trusts can be changed over time, giving the trustor more flexibility than traditional trusts. First steps to creating a living trust There...
If your loved one passes away in Florida, their estate will go through a probate process. The estate administration and actions necessary to guide the estate through the probate process will depend on whether they had a will. When a person dies with a will, this legal...
In Florida, when creating an estate plan, it is essential to understand certain terminology and the mechanics of how an estate works to distribute your assets to your heirs. By enhancing your understanding of the estate planning process, you can make informed choices...
If a testator had real estate in another state that they passed on to a beneficiary through their will, then it will go through ancillary probate. Each state has its own process for handling real estate holdings after the owner's death. Florida courts only have...