Most people are familiar with the concept of a trust; however, the thought of creating a trust can be a bit intimidating. If you are considering the use of a trust in your estate plan, deciding on which type of trust is best for your needs and goals is the first step toward incorporating a trust into your plan. The Vero Beach trust attorneys at Kulas & Crawford explain the different types of … [Read more...] about Common Trusts Explained
Celebrity Estate Planning Mistakes
You might assume that anyone who does have substantial assets would have a well thought out plan in place. In reality, however, that is not always the case. In fact, some very well-known and well-off celebrities have died and left behind estate planning disasters. To help you avoid making them yourself, the Vero Beach estate planning attorneys at Kulas & Crawford discuss some of the most famous … [Read more...] about Celebrity Estate Planning Mistakes
Will Your Estate Plan Still Work If You Move?
Before the pandemic, Americans were more mobile than ever. When you move, you have to change your address, your voter registration, and all sorts of other things. But, do you need to revise your estate planning documents? Like with many things in law, it depends on your situation. Read on to learn more. … [Read more...] about Will Your Estate Plan Still Work If You Move?
Veterans Benefits Attorneys Explain Veteran’s Aid & Attendance
Are you a veteran, the surviving spouse of a veteran, or a dependent of a veteran? If so, you may be entitled to a number of valuable and helpful benefits from the United States government. Many of the benefits you are likely already aware of, such as assistance with education and medical expenses and low-interest rate mortgage loans. One benefit of which you may not be aware, however, is the … [Read more...] about Veterans Benefits Attorneys Explain Veteran’s Aid & Attendance
When Should You Start Your Inheritance Planning?
Procrastination has always been the enemy of sound planning. It’s been true throughout history, and has often led to dire consequences for those who hesitated to act until it was already too late. In modern times, we see procrastination at work when it comes to estate planning too. For while more people have finally learned about the importance of inheritance planning, far too many still fail to … [Read more...] about When Should You Start Your Inheritance Planning?
Applying for Medicaid as a Senior
Like many people, you may never have imagined you would need to qualify for Medicaid benefits. Now, suddenly, you find yourself in your retirement years, facing a huge long-term care bill, with Medicaid providing the only potential relief in sight. You are not alone. Almost half of all seniors eventually find themselves in a situation where they need to qualify for Medicaid benefits because of the … [Read more...] about Applying for Medicaid as a Senior
Aging Parents and Guardians in Florida – Commonly Asked Questions
A couple months ago we looked at a variety of questions surrounding guardians in Florida, but we wanted to revisit the topic to discuss it in light of the question of aging parents and the children who are worried about them. Florida is home to many senior citizens, and a lot of children of aging parents are concerned about the options they have if and when their parents need assistance. In … [Read more...] about Aging Parents and Guardians in Florida – Commonly Asked Questions
Why You and Your Partner Need to Discuss Estate Planning This Year
If you live with, or have, a romantic partner in Florida, 2016 needs to be the time when the two of you sit down and discuss estate planning with one another. Romantic couples who are not married face a distinct and different estate planning picture than their married counterparts. Regardless if you have been together a short time or a long time, estate planning issues should be something both of … [Read more...] about Why You and Your Partner Need to Discuss Estate Planning This Year
Estate Planning in 2016: Starting on the Right Foot
What you might want to do if with your estate plan now that 2015 is coming to an end and 2016 has begun is what we will be talking about in today's blog. We wanted to focus a little more on the issues and changes that you might need to consider now that 2016 has begun. Every year can bring significant changes to estate planning laws, not to mention personal changes, and anyone with an estate plan … [Read more...] about Estate Planning in 2016: Starting on the Right Foot
