Category Archives: Estate Planning
What Estate Planning Documents Do Single Parents Need?
Your life as a single parent is a very busy one. You have to go to work to support your child, help them with their homework, and play an active role in their extracurricular activities. These are just a few of the responsibilities you face every day. Even when co-parenting with someone else, life… Read More »
How Does The Lack Of Privacy During Probate Hurt Your Beneficiaries?
Of all the reasons people create estate plans, one of the biggest is to help their loved ones avoid the probate process. The probate process is not inherently bad, but it does have some drawbacks. It is time-consuming, costly, and it also becomes a matter of public record. The lack of confidentiality during probate… Read More »
Why Is Estate Planning So Important For Same-Sex Couples?
Regardless of whether you are married or unwed but in a committed relationship, estate planning addresses what will happen when you pass away, as well as your preferences at certain times during your lifetime. Although same-sex marriage was legalized in 2015 by the U.S. Supreme Court with the landmark case Obergefell v. Hodges, this… Read More »
Common Mistakes To Avoid When Planning Your Estate
Drafting a will, trust, and other estate planning documents is an important step to take in the event that you become incapacitated or pass away. Unfortunately, there are common mistakes people make and these have a negative impact on them, and their loved ones after they pass away. Below, our Daytona Beach estate planning… Read More »
Common Questions After Losing A Parent
The bond between a child and their parent is a strong one and it does not end after the child enters adulthood. After a person has grown up, and even after having a family of their own, adults often still rely on their parents for guidance and support. Losing a parent is one of… Read More »
Why Estate Planning Is So Important For Young Parents
There are many misconceptions about estate planning but one of the most common is that it is only for the wealthy or the elderly. The truth is that anyone who wants to protect their loved ones after they pass away should have an estate plan to make sure they are provided for. Young people… Read More »
Why Update Your Estate Plan After Your Spouse Passes Away?
Losing your spouse will be one of the hardest things you will ever experience. During this time of grief, you still have a lot of practicalities to consider. The last thing you may be thinking about is reviewing your estate plan and updating it as necessary. However, this is a critical step to take… Read More »
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 »