Estate Planning

Getting older means you need to start thinking about passing on the things you own. If you don't plan to pass them on to your family, then it's up to you to sell them. As someone who has come to Florida in retirement, it's possible that you have two or more...

It can be hard to imagine a legal route for a person to take away another person's rights and property, but unfortunately, in some places, loopholes can allow bad actors to slip through. The guardianship system, designed to protect vulnerable, often elderly, adults,...

A well-crafted set of end-of-life documents can make for a smoother transition for family during a time of grief. In Florida, many individuals consider estate planning to be only for the very rich, but experts would say that this perception is incorrect. Almost every...

As you age, one of the most important things to do involves taking care of your estate plans. Updating your will regularly is a vital part of estate planning. If you've recently moved to Florida, you will need to address changes to your will as soon as possible....

There is no reason why the end-of-life affairs have to be a complicated, stressful concept. Everyday estate planning really boils down to a few simple steps. Don't be put off by thoughts of complicated documentation. By acting now it's possible to prevent hardship for...

End-of-life planning can be made so much simpler by keeping a few simple steps in mind. One does not have to be intimidated by estate planning, or feel that estate planning is simply for the very rich. The concepts of estate planning can be broken down into...

Everyone likes to have a few tips and tricks to consider when they approach a new, serious project. Estate planning is no different. In Florida, many people use a lawyer to help them navigate the world of estate planning, but it is possible to glean some information...

Many people think that they can write out a will and get an estate plan together, then forget about it. This isn't anywhere near the truth. Instead, you need to review your estate plan at least annually. On top of the annual review, there are other instances that will...

Making plans for one's estate is a complicated process that some people in Florida and elsewhere choose to avoid. However, considering how such plans can allow a person control over important matters once he or she is incapacitated and unable to communicate, it might...

You have long wanted to take a trip to Florida, and after you visited, you just knew that you needed to move there. You're excited for this new adventure in your life, but you know there are many legal documents you may need to change. One of those is your will. When...