3 Reasons Why You Need to Have a Trust Lawyer in Florida.
As Americans, we pride ourselves on our independence. And heck, being able to get things done and do them yourself is almost always a good thing. Almost always. Not always.…
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3 Facts to Know about Custodial Accounts
There are lots of things you should know about custodial accounts (UTMA/UGMA), and plenty of reasons to speak with a knowledgeable estate and probate lawyer about them. But starting with…
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What Happens if a Decedent Owned Property in Multiple States?
Have you ever wondered what happens if a decedent owned property in multiple states? Exactly how would probate of the property be handled if the property the decedent owned wasn’t…
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4 Basic Terms You Should Know if Considering a 529 College Account.
Often referred to simply as a “529,” prepaid college accounts (referred to here as “529 college accounts” or “529 plan”), 529 college accounts can be a great way to save…
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Donor Advised Funds: What They Are and What They Can Do.
When it comes to estate planning and charitable giving, there are a lot of tools that can be used to achieve an individual’s estate planning needs. A donor advised fund…
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3 Duties Every Personal Representative Must Accomplish to Administer an Estate.
The duties of a personal representative in administering a decedent’s estate are many and varied. In a very broad sense, there are 3 duties every personal representative must accomplish in…
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What is a Power of Appointment and What Can it Do?
One provision of a Last Will and Testament (“Will”) that is not often talked about is a power of appointment. What a power of appointment is, and what it can…
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The 3 Types of Probate in Florida
Good estate planning helps you to avoid probate. That’s where an estate planning attorney comes into play. Probate in Florida is the time-consuming and expensive court process that oversees the…
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Luck Be a Lady Bird Deed… or Trust? Which is Better?
Before you develop an estate plan with your estate and probate lawyer, there are many considerations. Chief among them is how you will transfer your assets, including your home. Because…
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2 Things to Know About Transfers to Minors and Florida’s Uniform Transfer to Minors Act.
Kids. We love ‘em. Lots. And so, if you have children or grandchildren, you may be wondering about transfers to minors and Florida’s Uniform Transfer to Minors Act (UTMA). You…
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