In Florida, serving as the executor of your parent’s will involves many responsibilities. It also involves certain legal obligations and can become a significant and challenging role. Understanding the job details can help you approach it with a prepared mindset,...
Everything you need to know about suing an executor in Florida
Florida laws hold executors to high standards when they make decisions or act on behalf of an estate. They are bound by what is known as "fiduciary duties" to always act in the best interests of the estate and its beneficiaries. If an executor fails to follow these...
Who can contest a will in Florida?
When a Florida resident passes away, their estate will likely go through a process called probate. During probate, the last will and testament is validated and the estate’s creditors are paid before assets are distributed to the decedent’s heirs. Wills can be...
Estate planning during tough economic times
The U.S. economy regularly experiences recessions and other periods of decline. While there is not much most of us in Florida can do to prevent economic downturns, we can control how we react to them. There are things we can do to minimize the damage to our personal...
How to talk to your spouse about estate planning
Estate planning often remains a topic that people avoid talking about. But spouses and families need to discuss this challenging and, sometimes, uncomfortable topic, which addresses your mortality along with the needs of the family. In talking with your spouse, he or...
Choosing the right executor: What to look for
Choosing the executor for your Florida estate should not be taken lightly. This decision can affect the management and distribution of your assets, so it's crucial to choose a person who is capable and trustworthy to handle the job. Essential traits The following...
How could divorce change your estate plan?
Getting divorced is never as simple as signing a piece of paper. First, the emotional and psychological adjustment to the end of your marriage can take a long time. From the legal perspective, it can feel like there are a thousand things you must do before your...