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FAQs About Living Trusts In Florida
Living trusts are an important part of many estate plans in Florida. A living trust essentially acts as an intermediary between you and those you have named as beneficiaries. They are a conduit used during your lifetime and after you pass away. When considering making a trust part of your estate plan, you will… Read More »
Common Reasons Medicaid Applications Are Delayed Or Denied
While Medicare will not pay for nursing home care or other long-term care facilities, Medicaid does provide benefits for certain individuals. As such, it is a great option for those who qualify and are trying to plan for long-term care. Qualifying for Medicaid is usually more challenging than many people realize. Below, our St…. Read More »
Why Appoint A Durable Power Of Attorney?
Appointing someone else as ‘power of attorney’ (POA) is very useful. When you appoint someone as your POA, they have the authority to act on your behalf. The POA is often referred to as the ‘agent’ and they will be empowered to take very specific actions. For example, if you appoint someone as your… Read More »
A Checklist For Business Succession Planning
As a business owner, it is critical that you have a business succession plan. A succession plan will allow for a smooth and seamless transition should you ever decide to leave the business. Without a business succession plan, there will not be any guidance if you have an emergency, decide to retire, or pass… Read More »
Does Your New Will Invalidate Your Old One?
As your life circumstances change, so should your estate plan. After a birth, divorce, or other major life event, you may want to update your will or create an entirely new one. While this is a very wise and responsible decision, creating a new will can create certain complications. Many people automatically assume that… Read More »
What Is A Letter Of Instruction, And Why Is It Important?
Creating a will or trust as part of your estate plan is a great way to plan for not only your future, but also that of your loved ones. Your family will have to determine what steps to take next and they will be looking for guidance during a very difficult time. Once you… Read More »
What Are Common Probate Disputes In Florida?
Whether you are currently creating an estate plan for yourself or you have recently lost a loved one, you will have to consider the probate process. The probate process is intended to settle an estate after someone passes away. During probate, property is gathered, the assets in the estate are valued, debts are paid,… Read More »
How Do DNA Kits Affect An Estate Plan?
DNA kits available from companies such as 23 and Me and Ancestry are becoming very popular today. With just one swab a person can find their genealogical and hereditary information, family history, and even long-lost relatives. Although these services do provide a great deal of value, they also pose their own challenges when estate… Read More »
Necessary Estate Planning Documents For Single Parents
As a single parent, your life is very busy. You have work, your child’s extracurricular activities and school, and more. Even if you are co-parenting with another adult, life is still very hectic, and if you are not, it may feel chaotic at times. In the shuffle of life, it can become easy to… Read More »
What Rights Does A Surviving Spouse Have In Florida?
A person’s estate may have to go through the probate process regardless of whether they did or did not have a will. When an estate has to go through probate, surviving spouses of the deceased are given certain rights under Florida law. This is especially important when the deceased had children from a previous… Read More »