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Avoid These Four Common Mistakes When Estate Planning
Drafting a will and creating an estate plan is one of the most responsible things anyone can do. Taking these steps can make sure your loved ones are taken care of after you pass away and reduce the stress on your loved ones during their time of grief. However, rushing to get these documents… Read More »
Avoid These Mistakes When Planning For Your Pet
People in Daytona Beach, and throughout the country, really love their pets. Approximately 60 million Americans are pet owners, according to the U.S. Census Bureau. The pet industry is a billion dollar industry because people are willing to spend a significant amount of money on their furry and feathered friends. Pets are not just… Read More »
How To Include Stepchildren In Your Estate Plan
One of the most important tools anyone can have is an estate plan. If you have stepchildren, you must pay special attention to yours to make sure they receive any inheritance you want to leave them. Stepchildren are not always legally adopted by their stepparent. When this is the case, stepchildren have no legal… Read More »
Gifting An Early Inheritance To Your Loved Ones
Estate planning is one of the most important things anyone can do. After you have created a plan, you will know that when you are gone, your loved ones will still be taken care of. You will also have the reassurance that your last wishes will be known and fulfilled. However, what if you… Read More »
FAQs About Last Will And Testaments
Last will and testaments, more commonly referred to as simply wills, are legal documents that outline your final wishes after you pass away. A will tells your loved ones, as well as the court, how you want your property distributed and to whom, as well as other important details, such as naming a guardian… Read More »
Three Common Reasons Trusts Fail
As you are creating an estate plan, you may choose to also create a trust. Trusts are legal documents into which you can place property you want distributed to beneficiaries in the event that you pass away. A trust is an important estate planning tool that will help your loved ones avoid the probate… Read More »
Why Is It Important To Draft A Letter Of Instruction?
There are many important estate planning documents, such as a will or trust, that allow you to plan for your future, as well as the future of your loved ones. After you pass away, your family will have to make difficult decisions and estate planning documents can provide guidance during a very difficult time… Read More »
Common Myths About Estate Planning Busted
Estate planning is an important part of protecting the future for you and your family. Unfortunately, estate planning can become complex and there are many myths about the process, what it entails, and who it is for. Below, our Volusia County estate planning lawyer busts some of the biggest misconceptions we have heard. Small… Read More »
Things To Know About Objections To Probate
While you are trying to move on after losing someone you love, the last thing you want to deal with is the probate court. State law requires that after a person passes away, their estate must go through the probate process. The probate process is necessary to ensure that the assets of a deceased… Read More »
When Is It Time To Update Your Will?
Drafting a will is a very responsible and important step that every adult should take. However, simply creating a will is not enough. Many people think that once a will has been created, the work is over and they do not have to think about it again. This is a mistake. Wills need regular… Read More »