Category Archives: Estate Planning
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 »
Can You Include No-Contest Clauses in Your Estate Plan?
By the time people embark on estate planning, they have usually already given it a great deal of thought. You have likely already thought of the property you own, and the loved one you want to leave it to after you pass away. When it comes time to draft your estate plan then, often… Read More »
Is a Trust or Will Better in Florida?
There are many important tools at your disposal when planning your estate. Of all of them, trusts and wills are two that are very commonly used. Choosing to draft a will or trust depends on your goals and circumstances. A will may be all you need if you have a very simple estate. If… Read More »
When to Update Your Estate Plan
Drafting an estate plan is one of the most responsible things you can do for your family. It is just as important, however, that you review your estate plan regularly to ensure that it still complies with state law, and that it reflects your wishes. Too many people simply set their estate plan aside… Read More »
How to Choose the Right Tampa Estate Planning Lawyer for You
You have made the responsible and loving decision to draft an estate plan so you and your family are protected in the future. Now what? You may be tempted to find do-it-yourself forms online, but this is not recommended. Going forward with estate planning without the help of an attorney can result in mistakes… Read More »
Estate Planning Considerations if You Do Not Have Children
When people create an estate plan, the goal is typically to take care of their loved ones once they pass away. This is no less true for people who do not have children. Indeed, for individuals without children a written estate plan is often more important as the default inheritance laws can be complex… Read More »
Why Do People Put Off Estate Planning?
Most adults know the importance of estate planning. Still, fewer than 30 percent of individuals have an actual plan in place. So, where is the disconnect? Why do so few people have an estate plan if they understand how important it is? Truthfully, there are many reasons people procrastinate estate planning. Below, our Tampa… Read More »
Signs You Need a Tampa Estate Planning Lawyer
Truthfully, all adults need an estate plan to ensure that their wishes are respected. Although there are many online tools to create your own estate plan, these are often not enough to ensure that your loved ones, property, and wishes are protected. When working with a Tampa estate planning lawyer, however, you can have… Read More »
How to Avoid Common Estate Planning Mistakes
When ensuring that your property is managed according to your wishes and making sure that your wishes are fulfilled, both throughout your lifetime and afterwards, drafting an estate plan is critical. However, the process is complicated and if you do not have legal guidance, it is easy to make mistakes and even the smallest… Read More »
Things to Know When Writing Your Will
When drafting your estate plan, your will usually provides the foundation for it. Writing a will has many benefits. You can name the beneficiaries who will receive your property, name a guardian for your minor children, and more. However, there are very important things to remember when drafting your will to ensure the courts… Read More »
