Tag Archives: Florida

What You can do about a Will depends on where You are Standing.

There is a story in the news about a woman in Rhode Island who was trying to overturn her aunts’ will, here: Records Show Woman Gave Legion Of Christ $60 Million Over 20 Years Essentially, the niece alleges that a … Continue reading

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Probate Costs in Florida

Probably the most frequently asked question I get is “what will it cost to probate an estate” in Florida? The answer depends on what is involved. There’s basically two areas that affect how much probate costs; the actual costs and … Continue reading

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Do I need a probate in Florida?

Very frequently, I get phone calls, to the effect of my mother or father died, my husband or wife died, they left a house, a bank account, do I need a probate? The answer is, it’s going to depend.  It … Continue reading

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The cost of probate in Florida

Sometimes I get the question, what’s the average cost of probate in Florida, or how much does it cost to probate an estate.  The answer to the first question, on average costs, is I don’t know.  And honestly, even if … Continue reading

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You Snooze, You Lose; Failing to Object in Time in a Will Contest.

Michael Jacksons’ siblings are trying to challenge his will. Michael Jackson Family Feud: Lessons for Wills and Trusts The problem is, they waited too long.  They had notice of the will, they had notice of the probate, and they didn’t … Continue reading

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New Florida law on “Pay on Death” accounts after divorce

Florida has long had a law partially revoking a will upon divorce; if someone has a will naming a spouse as beneficiary, and they get divorced, Florida treats the ex spouse as though they died before the other spouse.  Florida … Continue reading

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Asset Protection for New Florida Residents

Florida has very strong protection for debtors; debtors are people who owe money. In addition to protecting your personal residence from being taken, Florida has no estate tax or inheritance tax, provides heightened protection for property held by a married … Continue reading

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Protecting your Assets from the Other Guy: Uninsured Motorist Coverage in Florida

Car accidents are a fact of life.  No matter how good or careful a driver someone may be, there is always a chance that they’ll be involved in an auto accident.  And while cars are much safer nowadays than in … Continue reading

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Prenuptial Agreements In Florida

So, you’re getting married.  You’re in love, your spouse-to-be and you have set the date, sent out the invitations, selected the menu and you are all set. Maybe not. Depending on your assets and that of your soon-to-be-spouse, you might … Continue reading

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Why go to a Lawyer for Estate Planning?

Why go to a lawyer for estate planning? There are certain people who advertise estate planning services, who claim to do estate planning and some who, even though they don’t openly advertise estate planning, do what amounts to estate planning, … Continue reading

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