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Tag Archives: wills
The importance of having documents in place ahead of time.
Over the years, I’ve received a number of calls from spouses or children where their loved one is dying. And typically, they are in a bit of a panic; not necessarily because of the impending death, frequently they’re dealing with … Continue reading
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
What if my Husband left the house to his children?
One issue that comes up occasionally is where a spouse, usually a husband, owns a house by themselves and their will tries to leave the house to someone other than their spouse. Under most circumstances, you can’t do that in … Continue reading
Posted in Homestead, Probate, Real Estate, Will Contest
Tagged Co-owners, Intestate Estate, Spousal Rights, validity, wills
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An overview of how probate works in Florida
I spend a fair amount of time meeting with potential clients explaining how the probate process works in Florida. And I realized, I don’t actually have a post on the Florida probate process. So, here it is; a very short … Continue reading
Posted in Probate
Tagged Intestate Estate, Personal Representative, Spousal Rights, wills
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Thomas Kinkade and his hand written will(s)
The artist Thomas Kinkade, the fellow who did all of those paintings of cute little cottages, died this spring. Now, it appears as though his estate is in an absolute mess. http://www.contracostatimes.com/california/ci_21158511Artist Thomas Kinkades Lawyers File Appeal Against Girlfriend Long … Continue reading
Posted in Asset Protection, Divorce, Estate Planning, Probate, Will Contest, Wills
Tagged Probate, validity, Will Contest, wills
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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
Posted in Estate Planning, Will Contest, Wills
Tagged Florida, Probate, Will Contest, wills
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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
Posted in Asset Protection, Divorce, Estate Planning
Tagged Asset Protection, Florida, wills
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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
Posted in Asset Protection, Estate Planning, Prenuptial Agreements, Uncategorized
Tagged Asset Protection, Co-owners, Divorce, Florida, validity, Will Contest, wills
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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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Tagged Asset Protection, Florida, Probate, validity, Will Contest, wills
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Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples, Part 3
So, if you’re wanting to allow someone who you are not married to access to make decisions for you and to run your life if you are unable to do so, what are the options? Basically, there’s three documents you … Continue reading