Protecting
Your Legacy
If closing day is coming up, it means you are almost the new owner of a home. Although you may feel like the hardest part is behind you, there are actually a lot of things you should do to prepare for the closing. Although many closings go smoothly, there are some...
When you craft your Florida estate plan, you may be able to use different estate planning methods to accomplish your objectives. A will is one such tool, and an irrevocable trust is another. Per Yahoo Finance, both a will and an irrevocable trust give you a means...
Creating a comprehensive estate plan is one of the more effective ways to retain control over what happens to assets after death. If your elderly relative has a will, trust or any other estate planning document, you hope it expresses his or her genuine intentions. If...
Mistreatment of the elderly is a widespread problem in the United States, and all 50 states have passed laws attempting to prevent it. Unfortunately, however, the problem often goes unreported because abused seniors are either unable to report it or are reluctant to...
While planning your estate and learning more about elder law in Florida, you learn of something called a health care proxy. How do you choose the person tasked with making medical decisions for you if you become incapacitated? NYC Health + Hospitals offers tips for...
When you live in Florida and have an older loved one who lacks capacity or a child with a disability, you may need to take extra steps when creating your estate plan. Many individuals with disabilities or special needs rely on certain types of government assistance,...
When someone dies and leaves a will, probate is the legal process for transferring asset ownership and settling the estate. Depending on the size and complexity of the estate, the probate process can take months or even years. Although a judge oversees the process,...
When it comes to real estate in Florida, a large portion of available housing consists of rental properties. Whether you are a tenant or a landlord, you likely want to know what your rights are in case of a bad situation. The state protects Landlord and tenant rights...
People might assume that they do not need an estate plan if they do not have substantial assets. However, naming people you want to make decisions on your behalf is a critical component of any estate plan. In fact, every adult can benefit from naming the parties they...
As people age, they face new concerns. When people think about elder abuse, they may think of physical abuse or neglect. Elder abuse can also come in the form of financial abuse. According to the National Council on Aging, those who commit elder abuse consider...
