Monthly Archives: December 2023
Frequently Asked Questions After Losing A Parent
Losing a parent is one of the hardest things to experience in life. Even when children become adults and have families of their own, they still often strongly rely on their parents for guidance and support. The time after a parent’s death is very confusing and you will likely have many questions. Below, our… Read More »
3 Common Signs Of Estate Mismanagement
Under state law in Florida, all estates must be managed by a personal representative, also known as an executor or administrator of an estate. The personal representative holds a fiduciary position and as such, they have many responsibilities. Personal representatives have a legal duty to act in the best interests in the best interests… Read More »
Common Errors Made With DIY Wills
All adults in Florida should create a last will and testament, even if they do not use any other estate planning tools. Today, with so many documents found online that you can simply fill out, many people are choosing to save themselves on legal costs by drafting a will on their own. Unfortunately, when… Read More »
Transfer On Death And Payable On Death: What Is The Difference?
Estate planning is important for many reasons. One of the most consequential of these is often so people can help their loved ones avoid the probate process. Probate is a process supervised by the court and it can be long and arduous. The fact that probate takes so long may mean that your loved… Read More »
What Are The Intestate Succession Laws In Daytona Beach?
There are many reasons to create a will but one of the most important of these is to ensure an estate is not subject to the intestate succession laws in Florida. When a person passes away without a will, their estate does not legally belong to anyone. The estate must then go through the… Read More »
Steps To Take After Being Named Executor
It is a big responsibility to be named the executor of someone’s estate. An executor is the person appointed by a decedent in their last will and testament. The role of any executor is to supervise the estate as it goes through the process of probate. During probate, the assets of the decedent are… Read More »