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Dividing retirement accounts in a divorce
Most states in the country, including Florida, are equitable distribution states, meaning that assets acquired during marriage are considered marital property and divided equitably, or fairly, in a divorce. What many people do not realize is that marital assets...
What should I look for in a reliable and capable trustee?
The choice of a trustee is typically based on the degree of confidence you have that the individual will always prioritize your family's well-being. Your heirs may rely upon the income generated from the assets held in your family trust for many decades into the...
Remarried couples and updated estate plans
If you and your romantic partner are considering saying "I do" to each other after one or both of you have been married before, there are many different conversations you should have when discussing how to blend your lives and families. Among the topics to include in...
Why do you need a will?
There are four main reasons why you may need a will. If you have children, the will is the mechanism by which you identify who will take care of them when you are gone and how they will thrive financially. The next reason is, if you want to give a gift or make a...
Discussing the probate process with family members
Estate planning affects families in many ways and it is important for people to keep their loved ones in mind while creating or modifying their estate plan. Sometimes, people avoid the probate process by setting up a trust. However, many estates in the U.S. have...
What is the documentary stamp tax?
As explained by the Florida Department of Revenue, the state assesses a documentary stamp tax on documents signed or recorded to transfer real estate interests or to evidence or secure financings. While all non-exempt parties to a document are liable for this tax,...
Consider flexible options for shared custody
Families in Florida who are working out a custody agreement often go for what they know in the event that they have decided to have an even split of custody. This would mean that they alternate weeks between the parents' homes. However, experts are beginning to come...
Who can challenge a will?
When an individual dies, it is not uncommon for people to come out of the woodwork and attempt to challenge the will. However, there are rules that determine who may challenge a will and who may not. The only people who can challenge a will are those who are legally...
What can you do when child support payments become burdensome?
When your divorce involves children, you may agree to certain terms to keep the peace. These include child support payments, which are vital to their survival and well-being. But they may place a burden upon you, and you might feel that their amount does not reflect...
What are quiet title actions?
When you buy land, ideally, during the process, someone will review the property title carefully to determine ownership rights and make sure you are free and clear to buy the land. During this process, the review may uncover situations where someone else owns certain...
