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What is a special needs trust?
Formulating a regular will in Florida can be a process on its own, but if you are looking to provide for a loved one with special needs, the situation becomes much more complicated. In the event that you are looking to support a loved one with special needs,...
3 things to know when contesting a will
When a loved one dies, your first thoughts are usually not about his or her estate. However, as time goes by, you will have to focus on estate matters. If you discover the will he or she left behind does not make sense to you and what you knew about the person, you...
Reducing the pressure of discussing an estate plan
While estate planning is absolutely an important topic for families in Florida to discuss, it is also one that can be challenging to talk about because of its sensitivity. While planning an estate means coordinating beneficiaries and delegating tasks for the execution...
Who should you choose as executor of your estate?
When Florida residents decide to make an estate plan that covers their assets and estate if they were to pass away, one of the most important decisions to make is choosing the executor. As you are already one step ahead by setting up an estate plan, there are several...
How can you avoid a POA rejection?
In a Florida estate plan, you need to consider a power of attorney. A power of attorney can handle your medical or financial affairs if you suffer from a condition or accident that incapacitates you. If you already have a POA, then you are in a good position. However,...
Estate planning for same-sex couples
Although same-sex marriage is now legal in all states including Florida, you and your partner may choose to remain unmarried. In that case, it is important to understand how to approach estate planning so that you may ensure your partner has certain rights and...
Make your wants known when it comes to the end of your life
When it comes time for Florida residents to create an estate plan, a common misconception is that it is only necessary for elderly individuals. The truth is that almost everyone can benefit from an estate plan. Not only does this make sure that assets go where they...
Does a DIY will have any disadvantages?
Once you get married or decide to have children, you more than likely think about how you need to protect your spouse or your children if you were to die suddenly. Of course, estate planning is never easy to think about, so you keep putting it off. But then you have a...
Is a pet trust right for you?
When setting up your affairs for what happens after you die in Florida, one thing you have probably considered is what the fate of your pet will be. You may have even put some specific instructions about the care your pet is to receive in your will. One thing you may...
Why go with a revocable trust?
In Florida, there are a number of different ways you can go about managing your assets such that they will be properly distributed after your death. You can designate beneficiaries in a last will and testament, for one thing, and you can also set up a trust. One type...
