Florida fans of comic books and superhero movies recently mourned the death of the comic writing icon Stan Lee. Famous for the characters he created, Lee was recently in the headlines for both the movies based on his creations as well as his estate planning issues. Now, those problems with his estate plan may be coming to fruition.
Did Stan Lee forget about estate planning?
After divorce, get ready to update your estate plan
Going through a divorce leaves little mental space or energy for dealing with other matters. However, this does not mean that individuals in Florida can simply ignore everything else. While it can be frustrating to realize that there is even more to deal with, updating an estate plan during or soon after a divorce is essential.
Estate planning and your parents: Can you help?
In addition to your own estate plan, you may have concerns about the approach your parents are taking. While you don't want to cross the line, it's okay to step in and let them know that you're willing to help.
Choosing the right executor during estate planning
Creating a comprehensive estate plan is usually done with the best of intentions, and most people in Florida probably hope that their carefully crafted documents will help their surviving family members deal with the aftermath of their death. Regardless of intentions, many wills still end up causing serious tensions. For better estate planning results, consider the following.
Estate planning: How a special needs trust can help
Parents of special needs children already understand the extra care and dedication that goes into the job. Many worry about what will happen to their adult children after they are gone. While Florida parents might expect their other children or family members to take over caregiving duties, it is important to establish these matters through careful estate planning. This includes setting up a special needs trust to protect a person's finances.
