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Building Charitable Donations Into Your Estate Plan

Leaving a legacy is important to a lot of people. For many, one way of doing that is by supporting religious, ideological, and philanthropic organizations that align with their values. Building charitable donations into your estate plan can be a grea… Read More
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What Happens When You Don’t Have An Estate Plan

Many people put off estate planning because they believe they don’t own enough to make it worthwhile, or assume they will get around to it eventually. The reality is that you never know when you will need to use your estate plan. Understanding what… Read More
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The Impact of Digital Assets on Estate Planning and Litigation

Nearly everyone owns digital assets these days, from email accounts to online cloud storage of files and photos, to cryptocurrency and NFTs. Some of these assets can hold great sentimental or even financial value to a person’s loved ones after thei… Read More
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6 Estate Planning Options for High-Net-Worth Families

Almost anyone can benefit from a well-thought-out estate plan. However, the more resources you have, the more important working with an experienced estate planning firm becomes. The tax implications and other considerations that affect larger estates… Read More
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What is a Notice of Administration?

When a loved one has died, it may not be the easiest time for you to receive a notice from the Florida probate court. You and your family may still be grieving, or struggling to adjust to life without a provider or companion. However, it is important… Read More
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7 Estate Planning Strategies to Prevent Future Litigation

No one wants their family’s last memories about them to be fighting over their assets in probate court. Unfortunately, far too many Florida families find themselves in contested estate administration proceedings after a loved one dies. But yours do… Read More
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Power of Attorney for College Students

As the new school year begins, parents of college students may find themselves unable to help their now-adult children as much as they are used to. Whether you’ve just sent your freshman off to the dorms or are navigating a semester abroad, a durab… Read More
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Abuse of Power of Attorney

A power of attorney designation can give an agent great power over the assets and financial affairs of the person who creates it. Sometimes, that power can be abused. Understanding the limits of this estate planning form can help you recognize, prove… Read More
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Breach Of Fiduciary Duty In Florida

When trustees, professional representatives, and others hired to serve you or your family members’ estate fail to uphold their obligations, it could send you back to court. Understanding when a breach of fiduciary duty has happened can help you dec… Read More
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What to Do When the Estate’s Assets Don’t Add Up

If your family relies on a trust or guardianship to provide for a loved one, or if a deceased relative’s estate is in the process of distribution, your inheritance, and sometimes your livelihood, can depend on someone else’s work. When the estate… Read More
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