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Common Mistakes to Avoid When Drafting a Revocable Trust
There are many useful legal tools to help you plan your estate. Of these, one of the most beneficial is a revocable trust. When you create a revocable trust, you can transfer your property from your name into the name of the trust. You can place any type of property into a trust, including… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Probate
Losing someone you love can be one of life’s most difficult experiences. In the midst of grief, it is understandable not to have thought about what will happen to your loved one’s property. You may be unsure where to start, how probate works, or where to find answers to your most urgent questions. Below,… Read More »
Important Deadlines During Probate
Many people know that the probate process in Florida can take a great deal of time. There are many reasons for this, including court backlogs, the time it takes to inventory the assets in an estate, and disputes that need to be resolved. During probate, there are also certain important deadlines. If you are… Read More »
The Benefits and Drawbacks of Revocable Trusts
There are many legal tools that can help you plan your estate. One of the most popular of these are removable trusts. When you establish a revocable trust, you transfer property into it. This essentially involves transferring ownership from you to the trust. You still control the property during your lifetime and after you… Read More »
When Should You Review Your Estate Plan?
Contrary to what many people think, estate plans are not reserved for only the very wealthy. In fact, all adults should have an estate plan. Even if you only own a bank account, you have an estate, and the right to determine how it is distributed after you pass away. After drafting an estate… Read More »
Common Disputes That May Arise During Probate
Losing a loved one is one of the most difficult things you will ever go through. During this time of grief, you may not even want to think about going through a legal process. Unfortunately, if your loved one did not take certain steps before they passed away, you may have to go through… Read More »
Locating a Family Member’s Property After They Pass Away
After losing a loved one, there are many issues that may arise. While this time is emotionally difficult, there are also other matters to tend to. One of these may include locating the property of your loved one. Identifying the property your loved one owned and locating it is very important during this time,… Read More »
Three Limitations of Wills
When people first start thinking about planning their estate, they often first think about writing a will. It is also not uncommon for people to think they only need a will. It is true that wills are critical legal documents and all adults should take the time to draft one. However, wills also have… Read More »
FAQs About the Florida Probate Process
Probate is a legal process that governs the distribution of property within a person’s estate after they pass away. While many people have heard about the probate process, they still do not fully understand what is involved in the process, or what to expect when going through it. As such, when individuals go through… Read More »
How to Fund a Trust
Establishing a trust has many benefits. Many people establish a trust so their family members can avoid the probate process after they pass away. Probate is a legal process that can be lengthy and expensive and so, many people incorporate tools into their estate plan to protect their loved ones, and their property, from… Read More »