Thanks to the internet, handling your own legal matters may seem easier than ever before. The information and forms needed to create a will, trusts, healthcare directives, and more, are all readily available online. Accordingly, many people believe that using these resources is a simple, affordable alternative to hiring a lawyer. What they often do not...
Do you ever find that as a person who does not have children that you are often inundated with questions surrounding your future? Questions such as: Do you plan to adopt? Will you be a foster parent? If you do not have kids, who will take care of you as you age? Without children, who will...
America was recently shocked when beloved basketball star and father, Kobe Bryant, was killed in a fiery helicopter crash. Bryant was not alone in this horrific accident. His own daughter, and seven others, were a part of this terrible event. Very little is known about his estate plan at this time. As an estate planning law...
Did you know Congress has passed the SECURE Act? “SECURE” stands for “Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Enhancement” Act. This law, which was discussed by both the House and the Senate through much of 2019, became effective January 1, 2020. This new law has the potential to impact the estate plans of Floridians, no matter...
The new year means New Year’s resolutions. For many of us this means focusing on lifestyle changes. From eating right and exercising more to spending time with loved ones and focusing on ourselves, many of us have a substantial list. As you were making your New Year’s resolutions, however, were you thinking about the health and...
Certain events in our lives often trigger an estate plan review. For example, if you get married or divorced, it is very likely you will want to change your Will and other estate planning documents. But what happens if you just find yourself estranged from your spouse? Can you change your estate plan to disinherit your...
Perhaps you signed your Will years ago and need to make a few adjustments. It seems simple, so you decide to go about amending your Will on your own. Unfortunately, Wills are not really do-it-yourself projects. Incorrectly amending your Will can lead to trouble after you have passed away. But you still need to make those...
Whether it is your first time or your third, marriage has a profound effect on your life. Many things may change from your address to your estate planning goals. While planning your wedding and honeymoon, take some time to make your estate plan reflect your new life. It’s important for the future of your new spouse...
Pets are often a big part of our families. In fact, some people refer to themselves as pet parents or speak of their pets as if they were their children. It’s important to care for our animal friends, and this is true even after we have passed on. Some people set up pet trust while others...
It may seem simple to determine who “owns” real estate. After all, the state maintains property records that are open to the public, and the owner’s name typically appears in those records. However, there are different types of property ownership. Each type has its advantages and disadvantages. For example, tenants by entirety vs joint tenants are...
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