Navigating the probate process in Florida can be a complex task. It involves understanding legal terms, meeting deadlines, and ensuring the proper distribution of a deceased person’s assets. This article aims to simplify the Florida Probate Administration Process. We will provide insights into the intricacies of formal administration probate and summary probate administration in Florida. […]
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Once you have an estate plan created and in place, it is all too easy to forget about it for years at a time. However, many things happen in our lives that make it necessary to adjust an estate plan, and it is important to review your plan on a regular basis with the help […]
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Whether you are designated as the personal representative of a loved one’s estate, are a beneficiary under a will (or by statute), or believe you should be an heir to an estate, you will be involved in the probate process after someone passes away. With smaller estates, probate may not require that you seek legal […]
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There might come a time for many people when they lose their ability to manage their financial affairs. Remembering to pay bills, making sound investment decisions, or even conducting basic math can become challenging as someone ages and possibly develops a mental disorder. It is important for everyone to have a document called a power […]
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According to the United States Department of Health and Human Services, someone turning 65 today has an almost 70 percent chance of needing long-term care at some point in their lives. When it comes to paying for long-term care, many people assume that their health insurance or Medicare will cover it – and both assumptions […]
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Some estates in Florida do not have to go through the formal probate process. Instead, they can go through a simplified process called summary administration. If an estate qualifies, you might wonder how long the process will take. The answer will depend on your specific circumstances, but generally speaking, summary administration takes about three to […]
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Each season of life brings it’s own unique changes and challenges. Chances are you may want to plan ahead to protect yourself from potential incapacity, protect your family from probate, ensure your pets are taken care of, or perhaps it’s a charitable contribution that you care about – your goals deserve thoughtful planning to ensure […]
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Many people forget that estate planning is not only for after you pass away, but also to ensure your well-being should you become incapacitated. Illnesses or injuries can cause mental incapacitation over time or all at once and, in either situation, you will be unable to handle your financial and legal affairs, as well as […]
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You might know that you should have a last will and testament, though you put off calling an attorney to create one. You see ads online for do-it-yourself wills, and you wonder – do I even need a lawyer to create a will? While the law does not require everyone to have legal help to […]
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Taking Care of Your New Family Member National Adoption Month is aimed at raising awareness about the adoption process and the children who need permanent, loving homes. Each year thousands of children are adopted and throughout the years they bring much joy to their adoptive families. If you are in the process of adopting, have […]
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