Losing a loved one is never easy, and the legal process that follows can make an already difficult situation even more challenging. In Florida, when someone passes away without an estate plan, their assets typically go through a court-supervised process called probate. Probate is designed to ensure the deceased person’s debts are settled and their…
A prenuptial agreement, commonly known as a prenup, is a legal contract between two individuals who are about to marry or enter into a civil union. This agreement outlines the distribution of assets, property, debts, and other financial matters in the event of a divorce, separation, or death. While a prenup primarily deals with issues…
Hiring an estate planning attorney is an important step in ensuring that your assets and estate are properly managed and distributed according to your wishes after your passing. Estate planning can involve various legal documents, such as wills, trusts, power of attorney, and healthcare directives. Here are some steps to help you find and hire…
Estate planning is an essential process that helps individuals distribute their assets and manage their affairs after their passing. As the world evolves, so do estate planning practices. In 2023, technological advancements, changing laws, and shifting societal norms have brought about new considerations for individuals looking to secure their legacy. Let’s explore trends and best…
A hurricane can impact any of us during hurricane season. In reality, a disaster can hit us all at any point in time. It’s important that we have an estate plan ready in the case of a disaster, because that is just it, a disaster. We can’t and don’t know when and if they’ll hit,…
Summer vacation is just about here, so that means summer travel plans are coming up. What does that mean for your estate planning? It might be difficult to think about, but before you take off on that summer vacation it’s important to make sure your estate plans are in tact and are ready to do…
Your child’s senior year of high school goes by in a flash. Between deciding on which college they go to, securing student loans, senior prom, graduation, and prepping for them to go off to college, there is just so much to do! What you might not think about is having some legal documents for them….
Have you noticed there is a Social Security Benefits increase this year? This is due to a cost of living adjustment (COLA) they are implementing for just about 65 million Social Security beneficiaries in January 2023. If you are receiving benefits you would have been notified of this increase in December of 2022. Why is…
Estate planning might not be the highest thing on your to-do list, but it should be pretty high on your priority. Your family needs you because in the event of your death, they are the ones that are affected in every way. So be sure your family is protected with these four estate planning tips. …
One of the most popular forms of asset protection in Sarasota is through a trust. There are different types of trusts, and you need to be aware of which each one does and doesn’t do, especially in the state of Florida. When asset protection is the goal, not all trusts protect your assets. This will…