It is natural to feel a sense of accomplishment after your estate plan comes together. After all, it has plenty of moving parts and takes a lot of time, effort and energy to orchestrate. But the journey is not over...
If you have a Florida will, your estate may pass through probate faster than if you die without one, but particular assets are still subject to the process. Going one step further and creating an estate plan can increase the...
When you create your estate plans, you do so with the intent of protecting your legacy. However, if you do not update your estate planning documents, your legacy could end up in the hands of some stranger or intended person....
Choosing a personal representative is an essential part of estate planning. According to Forbes, a personal representative is responsible for locating assets as well as debts, providing your will to the court for review, paying taxes, valuing the estate, and many...
It is definitely true that wills are the cornerstone of the estate planning process. However, they are also subject to probate, which can be problematic if your will is contested by family members. To ensure your estate is properly protected,...
From ensuring that assets pass to loved ones easily after your death to establishing clear directions about your long-term health care preferences, estate planning is often important for both financial and emotional peace of mind. However, maintaining your estate plan...
As you draft up your last will and testament, you need to be careful about the language you use. Ambiguous or uncertain terms can leave your heirs perplexed as to how to divide your assets when you are no longer...
Talking to your parents about retirement and end-of-life challenges may alleviate some of the stress that often comes as a result of inadequate planning. Knowing when and how to approach sensitive topics about death may help you navigate conversations with...
Your estate plans may provide for all of your beneficiaries, and may also include your pets. The family dog cannot inherit legal ownership of your Florida property, but you could create a trust with instructions for your chosen trustee to...
If you die in Florida without first having made your Last Will and Testament, you die intestate per Florida law. What this means is that Florida law will decide which of your family members will receive which portion of your...
