One of the few guarantees in life for people in Florida is that at some point in time everyone will pass away. People may not know when or how they may pass away though. The hope is that people will live a long, full life but not everyone is that lucky. However, no...
There are many children in Florida who were brought to this country by their parents at a young age. They were brought here not based on any choices they made. It was recognized that people in this situation should be allowed to stay as long as they met certain...
Many considerations go into estate-planning, some of the most important being how to provide for loved ones once you are no longer there. Setting up a revocable or irrevocable trust can provide people with more control over how assets will be distributed later on, and...
Understanding the process of becoming an American citizen is important not only for those who wish to do so, but also for undocumented workers and green card holders currently residing in the United States, and their families. While having a green card provides some...
A will is a powerful testamentary document that can help a Tampa resident accomplish their estate planning wishes. Through a will a person can bequeath property to beneficiaries, identify guardians for their minor children, and direct assets to charitable...
Many Tampa residents strategize for what will happen after their deaths through estate planning. They may prepare wills and trusts, set up payable on death accounts and retitle property, and take other actions to maximize their abilities to bequeath their assets to...
A person with relatives in the United States who unlawfully entered the country must return to their country of origin for a green card appointment in certain circumstances. Since March 2013, certain visa applicants can apply for a provisional unlawful presence to...
An estate administrator or executor must exercise many responsibilities after a person dies. Handling a deceased person’s bank account is one of the first duties involved in probate and estate administration. What happens first A bank or financial institution holding...
A valid will is a cornerstone of any thorough estate plan. Because a will provides peace of mind for estate planners and their families, it is essential to understand what makes a will valid and ensure those requirements are met when the estate planner is setting up...
The probate process can play a significant role in the administration of an estate. It can also be a costly and time-consuming process that many estate planners and families may wish to avoid which is why estate planners should be familiar with probate basics. Probate...
