Florida Probate: Understanding the Process After a Loved One’s Death
Florida Probate: Dealing with a death is tough enough without having to navigate a complicated probate. Learn more about the Florida probate process today.
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First Steps to Opening a Florida Probate
If you are interested in opening a Florida probate, your Florida attorney will follow these initial steps to open the estate. Deposit Original Will If the decedent (the person that passed away) had a Will, the person that possesses the original Last Will either sends it to the attorney, or files it with the county …
What is a POA and are they important?
What is a power of attorney? A power of attorney, usually abbreviated as “POA,” is a personal agent appointed by a principal to assist with the day-to-day financial affairs due to incapacity, inconvenience, or other reasons. In many cases, the agent acts alone on behalf of the principal when they are unable to do so. …
The Importance of Making Your Accounts Payable-On-Death
Avoiding probate comes in many forms. One of those is by ensuring you create payable-on-death accounts with your financial institutions.
A Step-Up In Basis to Reduce Capital Gains
The step-up in basis reduces the capital gains tax on inherited assets. It is an effective way to preserve an inheritance and save money.
Can an LLC Operating Agreement Avoid Florida Probate?
A properly drafted LLC may very likely avoid Florida probate. Many individuals use the limited liability company (“LLC’) to own rental property in Florida for asset protection and to limit personal liability. It is the favored entity for closely-held businesses and family investments. Many families see the LLC as a substitute to the irrevocable trust or …
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Lady Bird Deed – Is It Something I Need To Consider?
A Lady Bird deed is a legal tool that allows an owner of “real property” to transfer it to a
beneficiary without the need to submit the matter to the probate court, which Florida law
would otherwise require.
Lady Bird Deeds: Can I Get One in Florida?
A Lady Bird Deed can be very useful for your estate planning needs.
Florida Probate Attorney: You Don’t Care what Happens after you Die?
Florida probate and estate planning attorneys help you care for your family by helping you avoid probate.