Are Oral or Handwritten (Holographic) Wills Valid in Florida?
As an estate and probate lawyer in Plantation Florida, Samantha J. Fitzgerald is often asked whether oral or handwritten Wills are valid in Florida. Many people wait a bit too…
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3 Things to Consider When Deciding How to Own Rental Property.
If you own rental property, it can be a great investment. But being a landlord comes with its own set of complications and risks. Top among them are tax implications…
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2 Lifestyle Factors of a Testator That May Disprove Undue Influence
In many probate litigations, a testator’s Last Will and Testament (“Will”) or a trust can be subject to a claim for undue influence. What Is Undue Influence? Undue influence is…
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It’s a Bird…It’s a Lady…It’s a Deed…: What is a Lady Bird Deed?
In Florida, SJF Law Group looks for ways to help their clients avoid probate. Why? Because probate is a time-consuming and expensive process that can eat up an estate’s assets…
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3 Estate Plan Lists You Should Make Today
The great thing about lists, like your “Honey Do” or “To Do” list, is that they prioritize items and keep them top-of-mind. They also help keep you organized so you…
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How Long Do Estate Planning Documents Last?
When we think of estate planning, the first document that tends to come to mind is a Last Will and Testament (“Will”). But there are other estate planning documents that…
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Don’t Make These 3 Estate Planning Mistakes.
Estate planning tackles a number of complicated and difficult issues— it can encompass everything from asset protection to providing for those with special needs, to reducing estate taxes, to disinheriting…
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It All Goes to Betty…Or Bobby…Or Sally…Or…: Why Naming Alternates is Critical for Estate Planning.
A comprehensive estate plan requires careful consideration and planning as well as a thorough knowledge of the applicable state laws. An estate plan requires executing a number of legal documents.…
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About Bitcoin: Cryptocurrency and Your Estate Plan
Bitcoin raises some interesting issues in estate planning. With a market value of already more than $3 trillion dollars, cryptocurrencies are fast becoming a significant part of the estates of…
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Not Just a Rubber Stamp: The Importance of Notarizing a Will and Doing It Correctly.
So often we see Wills (“Last Will and Testament”) that have defective notary blocks. While there are several different types of defects, some of the more common include: Failing to…
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Since 2011, SJF Law Group has been helping clients protect their families with estate planning, probate & trust administration. We pride ourselves on combining the personalized service and attention of a boutique firm, with the talent and legal acumen of a large firm.
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