Have you finished your estate plan? Yes? Congratulations! Does it include an incapacity plan? No? Well, then you do not have a full estate plan. According to a recent Caring.com survey, only about a third of us even have a will, which means that even fewer of us even...
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Watch out for these common estate planning mistakes
One of your goals for the new year may be to set up an estate plan. This is a wise and responsible decision. Having a solid estate plan in place, whether through a will, trust, power of attorney or a combination of all three, can take a tremendous burden off your...
Why should “power of attorney” documents be in your estate plan?
The wide variety of options available to Florida residents when it comes to estate planning can make the task seem daunting. However, the reality is that a comprehensive estate plan can be crucial for almost anyone, so it is important to get started. Understanding...
How do I plan my estate in Florida?
When it comes to estate planning, the core laws across the United States are similar, although there are some subtle differences from state to state. Because a large amount of Florida's population is older, there is a lot of interest in estate planning and it is...
What is a “living will” and why do you need one?
Most people in Florida who have an estate plan in place probably have a “living will” as part of that plan. So, what is a “living will”? Quite simply, it is a directive for medical professionals to follow that includes your wishes if, in a worst-case scenario, you...
Choosing a trustee for your estate plan
Many Florida estate plans use trusts to accomplish all or a portion of the goals of the person making the plan. Perhaps the most obvious issue in creating a trust is finding a person to act as trustee. Many people simply choose a friend or relative to fill this role,...
What are the reasons people contest wills?
Floridians might contest a will for a number of reasons. A family member or other loved one might challenge the validity of a will because they feel like they have been treated unfairly. People who feel that a will did not divide property fairly or left them without a...
How estate planning is about more than the transfer of wealth
A lot of people make the mistake of thinking that estate planning is nothing more than divvying up assets to loved ones. While figuring out how your assets are going to be distributed upon your passing is certainly part of the process, it’s just a piece of a...
Trusts can benefit estates of all sizes
There is a misconception that only wealthy people with large inheritances to give away can benefit from creating a trust. However, trusts can be beneficial to estates of all sizes. If you are considering creating a trust, an estate planning attorney can advise you on...
Can you take care of your pet through an estate plan?
Much of the focus in estate planning is on how to distribute wealth once you pass away. But there are a lot of other considerations that can be addressed through the estate planning process. For example, if you have a pet, you might worry about who is going to take...
