3 Ways to Plan for a Loved One with a Disability in Florida
Did you know the majority of Americans still have not completed an estate plan? While, as attorneys, we know how critical this type of planning is, we find that most of our potential clients do not realize how important a Florida estate plan is until it is too late....
What LGBTQ+ Families Need To Know About Estate Planning
Many people may have the misconception that estate planning is only something extremely wealthy people need to think about and, unfortunately, that may be why a lot of families suffer when a partner passes away or becomes incapacitated. The truth is, estate planning...
4 Ways To Eliminate Complications Associated With Family Heirlooms In Your Estate Plan
Family heirlooms are often some of your most prized possessions. This can often mean that they can be a source of conflict and strife for other family members if they are not properly addressed in your estate plan. Who will get the family jewelry, the art collection,...
Miami Seniors Need to Plan for Long-Term Care As Soon as Possible
Did you know that, in Miami, the median monthly cost of a semi private room in a nursing home is $8000.00 per month and the median monthly cost of a private nursing home room is $11,000.00 per month? This translates to the annual cost of a nursing home in the Miami...
Understanding Why Prenuptial Agreements Matter to Your Estate Plan if You Are a Business Owner
Are you a small business owner? If so, you may not be thinking about estate planning too much. After all, you are working hard every day to manage your employees, maximize profits, and ensure your business is a success. If you are considering getting married and you...
5 Reasons Why You Need A Knowledgeable Elder Law Attorney
Did you know that, unlike criminal or family law attorneys, elder law attorneys are defined by the population they serve: seniors and their adult children? Elder law attorneys focus on the specific needs of older adults, including housing, long-term care planning,...
4 Key Reasons Why You Need to Update Your Estate Plan When You Move to a New State
When people move, they usually remember to get a new driver’s license, to update their voter’s registration, and to find a new doctor. Did you know that updating their estate plans should also be on their to-do lists? While your existing estate plan is probably still...
Does Your Aging Parent Need Memory Care?
Does your aging parent seem more and more forgetful these days? If so, you may want to consider whether your parent needs memory care. Memory care is a type of assisted living for seniors that focuses on providing specialized care and activities for people with...
What Does It Mean That Florida Does Not Have an Inheritance Tax?
Did you know that, generally speaking, Florida’s lack of an inheritance tax, also commonly called an estate tax or death tax, means that the state of Florida does not impose any taxes when an estate is transferred at a person’s death to his or her heirs? Florida...
Estate Planning Solutions for Out of State Real Property
Did you know that the estate planning process can be more complicated if you own real estate in different states? This can be due to each state’s probate court only having authority over property located in their own state. Thus, if you are a Florida resident and own...