Guardianship Hearing Of Deceased Officer’s Children Postponed
Police officers provide a necessary and valuable service to society. They help to protect the safety of the public as well as ensure that laws are enforced. This is why it is unfortunate when a police officer passes away in Florida or elsewhere. It can become even more complicated when the police officer has children […]
Estate Planning Can Address Assets Large And Small
Death is an inevitable part of life. Although it can be uncomfortable to deal with, preparing for one’s eventual passing is important to make sure that one’s family and loved ones are taken care of after one passes away. This is why it may be valuable for readers in Florida to consider moving forward with. […]
Estate Planning In Florida Should Include Digital Assets
One must consider a variety of factors when planning an estate. Individuals in Florida and elsewhere will have to decide what they want done with their money and their property. Some of the assets which need to be dealt with include real estate, vehicles, stocks and bonds along with personal items. However, assets which are […]
Pastors In Florida And Elsewhere Neglect Estate Planning Needs
Pastors of the Southern Baptist Foundation are usually more concerned with their spirituality rather than the worries of the physical world. Although this is commendable, this may have also caused many pastors in Florida and elsewhere to neglect doing any proper estate planning. A survey recently found that almost 40 percent of pastors in the […]
Discussing Will And Estate Planning With Loved Ones Is Important
It is no secret that warmer southern states, including or especially Florida have a high number of retirees. But people of any age are often reluctant to talk about estate planning with their loved ones. It is generally an emotional subject which can also be scary as well. No one wants to consider their own […]
QTIP Trusts Can Help Those Who Are On Second Or Third Marriage
Marriage can make some issues more complicated. This can be even truer for financial issues such as estate planning. However, remarrying can make estate planning even more complicated, especially if there are children from a first marriage that a parent wants to protect in the event of his or her death. Luckily, there are special […]
Woman With Down Syndrome Wants Out Of Guardianship
Guardianships are meant to protect the interests of individuals who are not capable of doing so themselves. However, determining which people really are not able to make decisions for themselves may not be straightforward. Many cases in Florida and elsewhere may be subjective and will depend upon interpretation. There are many instances when the ward […]
George Lucas Makes Smart Estate Planning Move
Even celebrities need to plan ahead. This is what George Lucas, the creator of the ‘Star Wars’ films series, has been working on lately. Lucas has decided to sell his company, LucasFilm, to Disney for $4.05 billion in cash and stock. Many financial experts believe that the 68-year-old Lucas was purposely making an estate planning […]
Pets Are A Concern For Some During Estate Planning In Florida
Most people plan their estates with their family and close friends in mind. They want to make sure their loved ones are taken care of. However, one ‘loved one’ which is commonly overlooked during estate planning in Florida and elsewhere is the family pet. With the onset of the recent Hurricane Sandy, many people have […]
Business Owners Should Take Advantage Of 2012 Estate Planning Law
Financial experts are now saying that it may be a good time for people to consider planning their estates if they have not done so yet. Estate planning laws are currently ideal for asset protection and transferring wealth while avoiding taxation. Business owners in Florida who are near the end of their lives and are […]