Living Trusts Versus Wills

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Living Trusts Versus Wills

A common question people have in the estate planning process is the differences between living wills and trusts. Although both are excellent estate planning tools, often people lack a full grasp of what these documents actually do and are ill prepared to make such an important choice between them. Both documents offer you the ability […]

Planning Ahead: Making Funeral Arrangements in Florida

Retirees in Florida are often fastidious about making sure their estate documents are in place and their families are cared for, but often they neglect the very last arrangement: funeral planning. While it is a topic some people don’t like to think about, planning and paying for your own funeral can be an excellent way […]

What are Pour-Over Wills and Do You Need One?

When you’re planning your estate, you are likely to investigate all of the will and trust options that you have. For those leaning toward a revocable living trust, consider instead a pour-over will.  These instruments are often used in conjunction with a trust and function to allow all of your property that passes through your […]

Leaving an Inheritance for Your Children

Setting up a will when you have young children can pose a number of complications. Because they are unable to manage assets on their own, you will need to figure out how to best care for them until they are old enough to assume financial control. For many people, they avoid this issue by simply […]

Dying Without a Will: Intestate Succession in Florida

Most people understand the importance of drafting a will, and yet they often put it off far too long to the point where they die without one. While this can be stressful for your family, Florida has a number of laws that allow for intestate succession so that your property is passed down to your […]