Entering into a lease is something many business owners do. It’s an important process that you need to take seriously, because this contract may influence your business significantly for the term of the lease. There are some mistakes that potential tenants may make...
Year: 2021
What if a former employee violates a non-compete agreement?
When you ask employees to sign non-compete agreements, you're simply trying to protect your company. You're well aware that an employee is going to have access to a lot of information, from records of past clients to proprietary information about how you do business....
When is it time to obtain guardianship?
Guardianship is used in times when a person can no longer make decisions about their health care or finances. When a person loses their mental capacity to make decisions themselves, Florida law allows guardianships to be put into place to protect them. Becoming a...
What happens if you want to sell but the home’s co-owner doesn’t?
People become joint owners of real estate in many ways. Arguably the most common means involve deciding to buy a property together, either as a residence or an investment, and inheriting the property jointly from a deceased loved one. In either scenario, both you and...
What are the different types of adult guardianships in Florida?
Our decision-making capacity gives us independence and control over our person and finances. When someone loses this capacity, they may become vulnerable to people who take advantage of their situation. If one of your loved ones can no longer make decisions for...
Consequences of an improper quitclaim deed
Putting together the right quitclaim deed is important because one that is not done correctly can cause major problems for you. If you're considering this option, here's what you need to know before moving forward. When should you use a quitclaim deed? A quitclaim...
3 reasons to hire an attorney at a real estate closing
It is always a good idea to get expert advice when making a major life decision. Purchasing real estate is generally the largest financial decision we make so it makes sense to have a real estate attorney look over the documents and provide counsel during the process....
Getting an advance from the estate: Probate loans
If you are expecting to receive an inheritance from the estate of a loved one but that money has to go through probate, you may want to seek an advance from the estate. To do this, you’ll need to take out a probate loan. A probate loan is an immediate payment made to...
Why you need to execute a quitclaim deed after your divorce
For many couples, the marital home is a major source of conflict during divorce. They may have to negotiate for weeks before they agree about what is fair regarding possession of the property and division of the equity established in the home. Sometimes, couples...
Should you add a quitclaim deed to your Florida estate plan?
Estate planning is not an easy process. Not only do you have to think about what happens when you die, but you also have to learn about probate law. Taxes, creditor claims and even Medicaid could affect how much of your estate passes to your loved ones and heirs. The...
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