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What to Do When a Loved One Passes Away

No one wants to hear that someone close to them has died. But you may not know what to do next after it happens. Following this checklist can help you know what to do when a loved one passes away. What to Do First When a Loved One Passes Away The mom… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
Malcom X

Celebrity Estate Lessons – Malcolm X & Dr. Betty Shabazz

Malcolm X married Dr. Betty Shabazz in 1958. She passed away in 1997 after she received burns on 80% of her body when her twelve-year-old grandson lit a fire in her apartment. No one was able to find her Will, although a number of family members thou… Read More
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Conchita

Celebrity Estate Lessons – Gail Posner & Conchita

“Conchita is the only girl I know who doesn’t consider diamonds her best friend,” Gail Posner shared with The Miami Herald. In fact, Conchita refused to wear the $15,000 diamond necklace that Gail purchased for her. Maybe it was because it didn… Read More
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Differences Between a Last Will and Testament vs. Living Will

Estate planning isn’t just about what happens after you’re dead. Portions of a complete estate plan, including a living will, can fill the gap left if you become unable to care for yourself or make decisions about your health and finances due to… Read More
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7 Common Types of Probate Litigation

You may have been told you need to talk to a probate lawyer, or maybe you have received probate litigation paperwork. But what does probate mean? Here are seven common types of probate litigation in Florida, along with summaries of what they mean, an… Read More
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Categories: Litigation, Probate
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Options to Resolve Disputes Between Beneficiaries

No one wants to go to court over a loved one’s assets. Disputes between beneficiaries often cut to the heart of family discord and pit loved ones against one another. But that doesn’t mean you have to give up on receiving a fair inheritance or sh… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
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5 Problems with an Unfunded Trust

You likely already know that a trust is one of the best ways to avoid probate and control the distribution of your estate. But having trust documents in your safety deposit box or cloud storage isn’t enough. The problems with an unfunded trust can… Read More
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Categories: Trusts
Frank Sinatra

Celebrity Estate Lessons – Frank Sinatra

So a lot of celebrities get their estate planning wrong, there are of course the ones that get it right on the nose. A great example is Frank Sinatra. Frank had a no contest clause in his Will, stating that if any of his beneficiaries initiated one o… Read More
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What is a Living Will and Why Should You Get One

Most people think of a Will as something that only gets used after they’re dead. But a living will is different. Understanding what a living will is why you should get one can help you round out your estate plan. It will provide your family with im… Read More
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Categories: Estate Planning
Donald Sterling

Celebrity Estate Lessons – Donald Sterling

We often talk about setting up estate plans in order to make sure your wishes are protected against outside influences. But another important facet of estate plans is to protect you against your future self. Such was the case for Donald Sterling. Don… Read More
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