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Summary administration simplifies the probate process in Florida. It helps families manage estates faster and with fewer steps. If you need to handle a probate case, understanding how summary administration works can save you time and effort. When can you use summary...
When a person passes away, their estate typically goes through probate. This procedure ensures that the assets they leave behind go to the right people and that their debts are settled properly. A crucial part of this process is the creation of probate inventory – a...
Losing a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience. While death is a universal life event, navigating its aftermath is never easy. Some people may be able to process their grief and handle legal matters quickly. Others need more time to cope with their loss. ...
Going through probate when a loved one passes away is a daunting process. Verifying and valuing property in a complex estate while you grieve can feel overwhelming. Florida’s probate process requires accuracy and knowledge to avoid unnecessary costs and delays....
When creating an estate plan, you need to consider the execution of these documents. This means considering the pitfalls and potential legal problems the administration of your estate could present. Even if you include language regarding your beneficiaries contesting...
Probate inventory stands as a pivotal document in the probate process within Florida. It delineates the comprehensive record of assets held by the deceased individual at the time of their passing. It serves as the official declaration for the court and pertinent...
Planning for future health care needs involves understanding the role of a “health care surrogate.” In Florida, a health care surrogate is a designated individual entrusted to make medical decisions on your behalf if you become incapacitated. It is categorized under...
If you are the personal representative of a Florida estate, one of your duties is to file an inventory of the estate with the court. This inventory is a list of all the assets that belong to the probate estate. But, what exactly should you include in the inventory?...
With each life event, you plan and prepare. You plan for a wedding when you get engaged, prepare a resume when you graduate college, create a retirement plan while in your career, research neighborhoods and schools when you have children and plan for retirement as you...
Administering an estate is often more complicated than people realize. You have to inventory the estate, contact creditors, pay debts, handle final expenses, complete accountings, and ensure that assets are properly distributed. Yet, matters can be even more complex...