After a person dies, there is a chance that some or all of that person’s estate will be subject to probate. Generally speaking, Florida law dictates that assets that are passed by a will go through probate. If an asset was titled in the deceased person’s name, it will...
Month: May 2020
What to know before selling the deceased’s home
Beneficiaries may want to take advantage of high real estate prices to sell the home of their deceased loved one. However, they cannot do that on their own immediately after their family member passes. Instead, the sale must wait until the estate is settled and the...
Draft executive order expected to alter H-1B visa requirements
The H1-B visa program has enabled technology workers from foreign countries to hold jobs in Florida and throughout the United States. Those workers may soon have to submit updated certifications to immigration authorities according to the terms of a draft executive...
Exploring temporary visas for seasonal laborers
When people in Florida think of temporary worker visas to the United States, they may first consider agricultural laborers. Farms and agricultural businesses often make use of these programs to bring large numbers of workers to the U.S. for part of the year to work on...
Immigrants to face new challenges in green card approvals
Green card applicants beware — the new “public charge” immigration rule that will deny green cards to applicants who are likely to use public benefits is law in 2020. This new rule will target applicants in need of public benefits like housing vouchers, food stamps,...
Repaying debt after the debtor dies
It is possible for a person to pass away prior to paying off a credit card or private student loan balance. If Florida residents owed money to creditors when they die, those creditors may file a claim with the decedent's estate. Surviving family members aren't...