Writing a will can bring people in Florida peace of mind that their wishes will be known after they pass away. Creating a will is an important part of estate planning, but there are some life changes that make reevaluating and modifying one's plan a prudent course of...
Month: December 2014
Trusts can be useful estate planning tools
While a will may serve the estate planning needs for most people, it may not be sufficient for everyone. Some individuals want or need more control over the distribution of their assets than a will can provide. In those situations, a trust can be a helpful tool. Some...
Trusts and estate planning in Florida
There are many different types of trusts that a person may establish. The trusts may be divided into two broad categories. Revocable trusts allow people who set them up to control the trust assets. These trusts can be amended or terminated at any time. Irrevocable...
Legal inheritance rights of descendants
Most people use wills to distribute the assets and property after death. However, sometimes a will may not have been updated to reflect changes in the person's family. In other instances, a descendant or surviving loved one may have a serious dispute with the will's...
Beneficiary form mistakes to avoid in Florida
An estate plan could fall apart if a beneficiary form is not filled out properly. For instance, failing to update a beneficiary form could result in a first spouse or deceased relative receiving assets. If a beneficiary passes on prior to receiving assets, a judge...