No Reciprocity for Holographic and Nuncupative Wills in Florida

December 23, 2011 - Andrew Smith

A handwritten or holographic will may not be valid in Florida if created in another state. Holographic wills in most... Read More

Estate Planning

Your Out-of-State Will May be Invalid in Florida

December 21, 2011 - Andrew Smith

State laws govern the probate procedures for residents in their states. In Florida, the Florida Probate Code is Chapters 731... Read More

Estate Planning

How do Florida Courts Treat Wills Created in Other States?

December 19, 2011 - Andrew Smith

According to the Florida Probate Code, to create a valid will in Florida, you must comply with the witness and... Read More

Estate Planning

An Overview of Florida’s Probate Procedures: Part 3 of 3

December 16, 2011 - Andrew Smith

Probate property includes many types of real and personal property that you owned individually. For example, if you owned a... Read More

Estate Planning

An Overview of Florida’s Probate Procedures: Part 2 of 3

December 14, 2011 - Andrew Smith

Personal representatives and executors have serious legal responsibilities to pay creditors, gather assets, pay federal and any state taxes, distribute... Read More

Estate Planning

An Overview of Florida’s Probate Procedures: Part 1 of 3

December 12, 2011 - Andrew Smith

If you die with a written will in Florida, you die testate, and your will dictates who inherits your property.... Read More

Estate Planning

What Is a Personal Representative?

December 9, 2011 - Andrew Smith

When you die someone has to ensure that your wishes are followed during the probate process. Depending on the state... Read More

Probate

Your Children and Your Will

December 7, 2011 - Andrew Smith

If you want to ensure that your children receive the property you want them to receive after you die, you... Read More

Wills and Trusts

Who Pays For My Funeral?

December 5, 2011 - Andrew Smith

Estate planning involves addressing some unpleasant situations. It’s natural to feel apprehensive or uneasy when thinking about your own death,... Read More

Funeral Planning

Retirement Planning Tips Part 2

December 2, 2011 - Andrew Smith

This is part two of the two part series talking about how to plan now, and save yourself the stress... Read More

Retirement Planning

Retirement Planning Tips Part 1

November 30, 2011 - Andrew Smith

One of the biggest mistakes young adults make leading up to their senior years is neglecting to set up a... Read More

Retirement Planning

Small Business Planning – Seeking Assistance

November 28, 2011 - Andrew Smith

Are you interested in starting a small business, but all the legal jargon has you confused? You’re not alone in... Read More

Small Business Planning