Most adults live independently and retain control over their assets and daily lives indefinitely. However, some adults struggle to manage their own affairs and their finances. They may require the assistance of another competent adult. Guardianship is a legal process...
There are many different reasons why an adult in Florida might want to legally change their name. Perhaps they have a legacy name. A parent named them after a spouse or other older family members to honor that person. However, an adult may learn that their namesake...
People move to Florida for all kinds of reasons. Many older adults move to the Sunshine State to enjoy their golden years in a pleasant environment. Professionals come to Florida in pursuit of competitive job offers. There are also some people who enter Florida...
People sometimes need to initiate probate litigation because they question the terms of an estate plan. Some contests arise because a testator included provisions that violate state law. Other times, families may assert that an individual had already experienced...
Crafting a comprehensive estate plan is a critical undertaking for any adult. One of the primary goals of this kind of plan is to provide a legal way to pass down assets. One option for passing certain assets along to loved ones after death is a Lady Bird deed, which...
Many people think of an estate plan as how you can pass down assets to your loved ones after your death. However, there’s something else that you have to think about when you’re getting the estate plan together – making your wishes known in the event that you’re...
Probate is the legal process that happens after a person passes away. A probate court looks at the person’s will to make sure it is valid and oversees the distribution of the person’s assets according to the person’s will. If the person who passed away did not leave a...
Most estates proceed through the Florida probate court system without many challenges or issues. However, some estates require more careful review from the courts. Sometimes, surviving family members and presumptive beneficiaries of a Florida resident feel uneasy...
If you’re in the process of buying or selling a home, you understand that real estate can be complicated business. You have to smooth out a wide spectrum of details before finally moving into or letting go of your home. For example, suppose you’ve already found the...
Estate planning isn’t just about detailing who will inherit your assets when you’re gone. A big part of estate planning is – or should be – about planning for a time when you may need to rely on others to make crucial decisions for you, handle your finances and care...
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