Many Florida homeowners have children, either minors or adults, whom they might want to take over ownership of their home when they die. Many people have been led to believe that it is always best to avoid probate by gifting a house to a child or by adding his or her...
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The impact of divorce on existing estate plans
The end of a marriage is going to change everything for a Florida couple, from where the kids live to their financial lives. Another area to keep in mind when divorcing is existing estate plans. These are documents that outline one’s intentions and goals for estate...
How can you shield your legal interests when buying a home?
The purchase of a house is one of the most significant legal and financial decisions you will make in your life. While it can be tempting to move forward as quickly as possible after finding a house you like, it is also important to move cautiously in order to protect...
Multi-vehicle crash in Molino injures 3
Driving on two-lane roads in Florida is not without its risks. One of the greatest risks is being involved in a head-on collision due to vehicles traveling in opposite directions in proximity to each other. Unfortunately, a recent multi-vehicle crash appears to have...
The easy location of estate planning documents is critical
After the death of a loved one, family members will be left with the task of settling his or her remaining affairs and closing the estate. This can be a complex process, especially if there is difficulty locating critical documents that will provide guidance and...
Florida car accident statistics so far this year
Florida is a great place to live, work and visit, but being the third most populated state in the nation, it also has large volumes of traffic. This creates the potential for motorists and their passengers to get into car accidents anywhere in the state. Sometimes,...
Legal and financial resolutions for the new year
The start of a new year is a good time for one to identify areas where improvements or changes are needed. Resolutions can involve health, personal habits, professional life and more, but they can also involve estate planning. This is a time when a Florida adult can...
2-vehicle crash claims 1 life, injures another
Drivers must remain vigilant at all times when traveling on Florida roads. Just a moment of inattention or distraction can cause a car accident with devastating results. Such seems to be the case in a recent two-vehicle accident in the Sunshine State. Accident details...
How to best pass an inheritance to children
One of the primary concerns for most Florida parents is ensuring that their children have what they need in the future. Parents can address this need through the terms of their estate plan, passing along assets to their heirs and beneficiaries in their will or by...
Social media influencer killed in hit-and-run crash
Fans of social media in Florida may have heard of Ali Spice on TikTok and Instagram. The social media influencer gained a big following online and used the platform to help empower girls and young women. Sadly, she and two others lost their lives in a hit-and-run...