Planning Your Estate with Children from a Prior Marriage? Use a Prenup!
For parents who are in a second (or subsequent) marriage, life planning takes on some unique aspects in Florida. These are not challenges per se,...
Kobe Bryant and the Importance of Estate Planning
When Kobe Bryant tragically passed away with his daughter and family friends, he reportedly left behind an estate somewhere in the neighborhood of $600 million....
7 Considerations for Using a Prenup or Postnup Agreement In Your Estate Plan
What Factors Should You Consider When Contemplating Use of a Prenup or Postnup for Estate Planning Purposes? So, is a prenup or postnup right for...
How Do Florida’s “Homestead” Laws Impact Your Estate Plan?
If you are a homeowner in Florida, you are probably at least somewhat familiar with the state's "homestead" laws. Article X, Section 4(a) of the...
How Does Getting Divorced Impact Your Estate Plan?
It's fair to say that getting divorced is a life-altering experience. Once the judge signs your divorce decree, your marriage is over, and all of...
What Do Florida Parents Need to Know About Special Needs Trusts?
As the parent of a child with special needs, ensuring that your child retains his or her access to government benefits into adulthood is a...
Should You Sign a Lady Bird Deed?
Dealing with real estate can be one of the most complicated aspects of the life planning process. You want to make sure your intended beneficiary...
DNRs, DNIs, and Chemical Codes
Comprehensively Planning for Your Health Care in the Event of Incapacity. Planning for incapacity is an important component of the estate planning process. This is...
Is All Probate Created Equally?
Nothing about coping with the loss of a loved one is easy. From making funeral arrangements to struggling with the emotional toll, nothing can prepare...
Back to Basics: Durable Powers of Attorney and Trusts for Pets
How much time, effort and money do you spend caring for your pet? If you are like most pet owners, the answer to this question...
