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.
Wills
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. …
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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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.
Avoid Florida Probate for your Family
The Florida Probate process is so famous for its delays, costs and aggravation that most people try to avoid it, if possible. Some people, however, are known for saying something along the lines of, “It won’t matter, I will be dead.” (insert canned laughter). While it is true that your probate would occur after your …
Parental Fears Created My Legal Passion
Have fears as a parent? We did too. Let us guide you as we plan from a parent’s perspective.
21 Reasons 2021 is the Year of the Estate Plan
If you’ve delayed getting your estate planning documents together, this year, 2021, is the year to get it done. Think about it. You are stuck in this pandemic which took away your control over so many things. You cannot travel and visit with others as you wish. This entire time can be viewed as a complete time waster, if we do not act to create something of value. How about using 2021 to create the joy of accomplishment?