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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You Can’t Take It With You, But It Might Be Portable: Portability and the 706.
A major issue addressed in estate planning is taxes: federal taxes, gift taxes, state taxes, and estate taxes. Tax considerations, with an eye towards minimizing taxes as they apply to…
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2 Trusts You May Not Have Heard Of.
Spendthrift trusts. Revocable living trusts. Irrevocable living trusts. Special needs trusts. Charitable trusts. Constructive trusts … You may have heard of these trusts. But there may be some trusts you…
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Calling All Artists, Authors, and Musicians: Estate Planning and Copyrights.
When we think about estate planning and the property we want to pass on to our loved ones, the family home, 401K accounts, bank accounts, cars, jewelry, and other tangible…
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A Cautionary Tale of Cryptocurrency and Estate Planning: Billionaire Matthew Mellon’s Million Dollar Disaster.
Estate planning is no stranger to estate planning disasters. Consider, for example, the number of celebrities who have died intestate (without a Last Will and Testament (“Will”)). Stars like Aretha…
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The 2 Tiers of Intestacy Laws in Florida.
If you die without having made a Last Will and Testament (“Will”), trust or other provision for the distribution of your property, it will be distributed according to Florida’s laws…
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Darling, Please Marry Me. But Sign Here First. Estate Planning and Prenuptial Agreements.
Marriage is a wonderful institution. It speaks of love, devotion, and commitment. Sadly, statistics indicate that almost half (50%) of all marriages in America will end in separation or divorce.…
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Got a Car? Then You Need to Know About Florida’s “Dangerous Instrumentality Doctrine.”
You may not think of your car as your greatest liability, but it can be. If you own a car, chances are you will lend it out from time to…
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3 Important Factors You Should Know About Digital Assets and Estate Planning
You might be surprised to learn that digital assets and estate planning are becoming increasingly important considerations. In recent months, cryptocurrency has continued to live up to its reputation for…
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What is Fiduciary Litigation?
Trusts have trustees. Probate estates have personal representatives. Those who are incapacitated or incapable of acting for themselves (like children) have a legal guardian or conservator. What do all these…
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