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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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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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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4 Important Terms You Should Know When It Comes to Inheritance.
Testate, intestate, heirs, beneficiaries, probate…the terms used in estate planning can be complicated and confusing. Which is why it can be very helpful to have a basic understanding of some…
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When “X” Marks the Will: Is an “X” a Valid Signature for Your Will?
In Florida, for a Last Will and Testament (“Will”) to be valid, it must comply with certain legal formalities. The necessary legal formalities vary from state to state, but generally…
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3 Situations When You Should Amend Your Revocable Trust, and 1 When You Should Revoke It Altogether.
We frequently mention how flexible revocable living trusts are as an estate planning tool. But there are times when you may need to amend your revocable trust, and there is…
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Why Having a Will Simply Isn’t Good Enough.
We often emphasize how important it is to not die without a Last Will and Testament (“Will”) in place. In other words, we encourage you to not die “intestate.” And…
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Don’t Write Your Will Yourself. But if You do, Keep These Principles in Mind.
Let’s say you understand how important it is for you to have a Last Will and Testament (“Will”) before you die. Great. But now let’s say you decide to write…
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