Estate Planning for a Widowed Parent May 6, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Every parent needs an estate plan, but for a widowed parent, the responsibility is often greater. Without a co-parent to... Read More Estate Planning
How to Prevent Caregiver Financial Abuse of the Elderly in Florida May 1, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford As individuals grow older, they often encounter physical, cognitive, and emotional challenges that require them to rely on others for... Read More Elder Law
Will My Florida Inheritance Be Taxed? April 29, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford When a loved one passes away, the reaction of loved ones is typically highly emotional. Shortly thereafter, however, the practical... Read More inheritance planning
How Does a Payable on Death (POD) Account Fit into My Florida Estate Plan? April 24, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford A Payable on Death (POD) account is a straightforward yet valuable tool that can help simplify the distribution of your... Read More Pay on Death
Florida’s Proposed “Granny Cam” Bill Could Change Oversight in Long-Term Care Facilities April 22, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Sadly, instances of elder abuse in long-term care facilities continue to rise across the nation. In response to growing concern... Read More Long Term Care
Why Estate Planning Is Crucial If Your Spouse Is Not a U.S. Citizen April 17, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford As global connectivity increases, marriages between individuals of different nationalities are becoming more prevalent in the United States. While having... Read More Estate Planning
How Much Discretion Should a Trustee Have in a Florida Trust? April 15, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Incorporating a trust into your estate plan can be one of the most effective ways to protect and manage your... Read More Trust
Can I Access Trust Assets in Florida? April 10, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford If you are contemplating the addition of a trust into your estate plan for the first time, you likely have... Read More Trust
Should Spouses Create Reciprocal Wills? April 8, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Getting married is a life event that should prompt you to review and revise your estate plan. If you are... Read More Will
Selecting the Best Executor for Your Estate in Florida April 3, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Choosing an Executor for your Last Will and Testament is a critical step in estate planning since your Executor will... Read More Estate Planning
Tax Responsibilities After a Spouse’s Death April 1, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Losing a spouse is a deeply emotional experience and handling financial and legal matters in the aftermath can be overwhelming.... Read More tax
Special Needs Planning in Your Florida Estate Plan March 24, 2025 - Joshua K. Crawford Estate planning becomes increasingly important any time you become a parent. If your child has special needs, the need to... Read More Special Needs Planning