Estate planning may not be a topic at the forefront of young parents' minds with all of the worries of daily life going on. However, it is an important endeavor that can provide financial security for years to come. The average American family has 1.94 children under...
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Year: 2021
How to handle boundary disputes
Real estate boundary disputes can sometimes arise between property owners. These disputes can have negative consequences for all involved. They can contribute to strained relationships and uncertainty about property rights. Boundary disputes often need property owners...
Powers trusts offer that wills do not
When planning for the future and making a Florida estate plan, it is essential to understand the differences between trusts and wills. Both serve as important tools for estate planning, but they have distinct purposes and advantages. Here are some of the powers a...
What are your options when your tenant destroys your rental home?
Owning investment property in Florida offers numerous advantages, from potential passive income to property appreciation. However, it is not always smooth sailing, especially when dealing with problematic tenants. As a landlord, one of the worst scenarios you can face...
When does life insurance become part of an estate?
Some assets will not have to go through probate because they are not part of your estate. However, sometimes non-probate assets manage to become part of an estate anyway, such as your life insurance policy. Since you may count on your surviving family members getting...
Reasons a senior may downsize a home
As your parent gets older, you might wonder if your loved one may need to move to a smaller living arrangement. Even if your parent is still in good health, sometimes there are sound reasons for an older person to move to a smaller residence. To consider the long-term...
Examining the advantages of special needs trusts
If you want to set up a special needs trust for your disabled loved one, or create such a trust for yourself as someone with a disability, you should review the ins and outs of this type of estate plan closely. In addition to going over different requirements and...
Understanding probate in Florida
Probate is a court process administering the distribution of assets belonging to someone who recently passed away. Anything the decedent owned at the time of their death belongs to their estate until the probate process concludes. What property goes through probate?...
How can I prepare my estate for summary administration?
It is natural to worry about providing for your family after you die. Even if your estate does not contain a lot of wealth, it still can help your loved ones and give them some closure. The good news is that Florida allows for quicker ways to carry out probate, such...
Steps to take if your tenant refuses to pay rent
As a property owner in Florida, you might face the challenging situation of a tenant refusing to pay rent. The stress of this predicament can cause concern, but knowing the appropriate steps to take can provide a roadmap for resolution. Your actions can facilitate a...