Everyone has an Estate, whether you have a little or a lot. Most people accumulate things as they go through life – money, possessions, stuff. My goal is to show you the “Big Picture” of Estate Planning and introduce you to a few of the tools and techniques which may work for you. The overall ...
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LIVING WILLS AND HEALTH CARE ADVANCE DIRECTIVES: FAQs
The Florida Legislature has recognized that every competent adult has the fundamental right of self-determination regarding decisions pertaining to his or her own health, including the right to choose or refuse medical treatment or procedures which would only prolong life when a terminal conditio...
What exactly is probate?
Probate means to "prove the Will." It is the court supervised transfer of assets to one's heirs and creditors. Probate is a public process and all documents filed in the Probate Case are available for inspection. How long does it take? A rather simple estate may take from 6 months to 2 years....
What is a trust?
A trust is created when a person (called the Trustor, Settlor or Grantor) transfers to another person or corporation (called the Trustee) a property interest to be held for the benefit of himself or others (the Beneficiaries.) If the Trust is created during the Trustor's lifetime it is an Inter...