Creating an estate plan is an important part of becoming an adult. However, simply drawing up a will and choosing someone to act as a health care proxy does not mean that a person's job is done. Regularly updating documents is an important part of estate planning that...
Estate Planning
Did Stan Lee forget about estate planning?
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....
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,...
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. Here are several tips you can follow if...
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,...
Ready to talk about your estate plan? Keep this tips in mind
Discussing end-of-life matters is not always easy, but those who tackle the topic with their family can realize incredible benefits. Unfortunately, loved ones are not always so receptive to these topics. Florida individuals who want to discuss their estate plan with...
How often should you update your estate plan?
When you enter retirement, there may be many different things you want to do and achieve. You have the time to travel, and you may even choose to move to another state. One thing you can't forget about is how important it is to update your estate plan and will. If you...
Using estate planning to prevent family fights
Writing a will often involves focusing on high-value assets, or at least property worth something financially. Of course protecting valuable assets is important, but what about items with little monetary worth but significant sentimental value? Ignoring...
Estate planning when you think you will outlive a pet
Cats and dogs are no longer viewed as just pets that hang around the house. Increasingly, pet owners are treating their beloved animals as members of the family. Even a quick scroll through popular social media platforms will yield dozens of photos of pets with cute...
Want to build lasting wealth? Start discussing your estate plan
Amassing a certain amount of wealth is one thing -- making it last through subsequent generations is another. Florida residents often create carefully crafted estate plans with the hopes that wealth will not only benefit their children, but also their grandchildren...