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Living a fulfilling life on your own terms is a dream for many older Floridians. But as we age, medical emergencies can arise, leaving us unable to make critical healthcare decisions. For independent seniors, this situation can be particularly concerning. While the...
Inheritance laws can be complex, especially when it comes to stepchildren. In Florida, questions often arise about the rights of stepchildren in inheritance matters. Understanding these rights is essential for both stepchildren and their families. Legal framework in...
Despite ensuring that your chosen personal representative possesses your non-negotiable qualities, you need to verify that the probate court will accept their appointment. You don't want to spend years providing your personal representative with knowledge about their...
There are plenty of nursing homes in most communities, although their prices can vary drastically. What’s certain is that all of them cost a considerable amount of money and, if you need to enter one, the quality of that facility will play a crucial role in your...
Estate planning is all about looking to the future. That means that you’ll want to not just develop an estate plan that considers current state and federal laws but also one that foresees planned changes to those laws. You may be familiar with the Tax Cuts and Jobs...
Most people perceive estate planning solely as a means to distribute their belongings after death. However, there is more to it than just divvying up your estate posthumously. For instance, have you ever thought about what would happen if you were incapacitated by a...
If you have already made your estate plan, then congratulations. Many people never get that far. Yet the hard work is not quite over. Informing your family about some of the decisions you have taken in your estate plan is typically a sensible idea. Since you cannot...
Estate planning is surrounded by many myths. One of them is that only necessary once you have a certain amount of wealth. But this is not the case. An estate plan is necessary even when you have only a few assets. Here is why: Estate planning protects the assets you...
There are numerous stories of stars dying without an estate plan in place. It puts their families in a difficult situation as they seek to determine ownership of assets the deceased owned and the future income they would generate. Yet, it is not just famous people who...
Someone needs to take charge of distributing your assets as laid out in your will. You can either make the choice yourself by naming an executor now. Or, if you don’t, the probate court will put someone in charge for you. While the role is pretty much the same, a...