Many people use their estate plan to detail their wishes for their funeral. It’s also wise to make sure that there’s enough money for whatever kind of send-off you’ve chosen. Whether you prefer a small, family-only gathering or a rousing party, it’s likely going to...
Aside from forgetting to make an estate plan in the first place, one thing many people forget is to tell anyone they have made an estate plan. You might not realize how many problems it can cause. Let’s look at a few situations to see why. You have a horrific car...
People who own land want to have the full and rightful use of that land. They don’t want to have to deal with a neighbor illegally using part of their land. Unfortunately, some people don’t pay close attention to boundary lines so they don’t know exactly where they...
If you’re the executor of an estate, you may not have anticipated that one of your challenges might be having to track down a missing heir or other beneficiary. However, that can happen if the contact information the deceased person had for one of their extended or...
Many older adults choose to spend their golden years in Florida. They sell their home in another state to move full-time to the Sunshine State, or they travel back and forth between another residence and their Florida home. When someone officially moves to Florida or...
Most people believe all they need to complete their estate planning process is a properly written will. However, this is not always the case. A good estate plan should avoid probate, protect your assets, save on taxes and designate someone to act on your behalf should...
When you’re buying a home, the one thing you want to be sure of is that your contract is legally binding. You don’t want to find out later that there was a problem with your contract or that it isn’t protecting you in the way you expected it to. Do you know what to...
Florida is one of the most ideal states for people looking to retire and enjoy their sunset years. Besides the warm weather and great beaches, Florida is also one of the most tax-friendly states in the nation. Additionally, the state has multiple legal tools that you...
It’s very easy to assume that, as a new parent, you’re a long way from needing an estate plan. Yes, you now have an heir to whom you eventually want to pass your assets, but that’s decades in the future. Your heir isn’t even a year old yet. You feel like you can...
If someone who trusts you names you as their executor, personal representative or trustee for their estate, you will have to manage their assets and legacy after they die. For many Americans, the home will be their biggest asset and something they want to share with...