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Is a Power of Attorney Necessary for Married Individuals?
It’s not uncommon for couples to wonder about the extent of authority a spouse holds over their partner’s affairs, especially in the context of legal decision-making. A Florida power of attorney (POA) is a legal instrument that enables one individual to act on behalf of another, covering financial and healthcare matters. However, the assumption… Read More »
What To Know About Not Having An Estate Plan?
Are you aware of what you should know about not having an estate plan? As a Florida resident at the time of your passing and without an estate plan, your assets will be distributed according to the laws of the state of Florida. This will be carried out in a court procedure called probate,… Read More »
Showing Your Family You Love Them through Estate Planning
Do you have a Florida estate plan? Whether you are a single adult or married with children or young or old, you need an estate plan. As you look around and see signs of Valentine’s Day this would be the perfect Valentine’s Day gift to your family, your completed and signed Florida estate plan…. Read More »
Reasons Why You Need to Plan Early for Long-Term Care
Are you familiar with long-term care? Long-term care focuses on the needs of an aging person, often a senior, who is no longer able to meet his needs independently. In fact, the senior requires assistance from another person. This assistance may take different forms. For example, it might include: • Housekeeping chores, • Keeping… Read More »
3 Important Conversations to Have with Your Aging Parents as Soon as Possible
Do you and your aging parents get together often for visits with the grandchildren and to just enjoy each other and reminisce? As you discuss the past and your childhood with your parents, do you find that your parents have always been there for you with support and guidance? Now that your parents are… Read More »
Top Reasons Why You Should Not Put Off Your Florida Estate Planning
Are you a resident of Florida? Do you have a Florida estate plan? Have you been putting off creating an estate plan for another day? Or, did you move from another state but now claim the state of Florida as your new residence? Have you created a Florida estate plan? Do you intend to… Read More »
5 Mistake Divorced Parents Can Make During the Summer Months
Are you a divorced parent? Do you find the summer scheduling to be incredibly difficult? You are not alone, it is a common struggle when children and planning their schedules are involved. We would like to help you with the potential summer schedule planning struggles by reviewing five mistakes that divorced families make at… Read More »
Estate Planning Awareness Week Takes on More Significance Than Ever as Covid Persists
Did you know that Estate Planning Awareness Week is recognized in October? Estate planning can be an essential part of your financial health no matter your age or how much money you have. Estate planning can be critical for anyone who wants to help ensure their wishes are respected in the event of temporary… Read More »