Clearing Up Common Misconceptions About Florida Wills and Probate
When it comes to estate planning, there are plenty of myths and misconceptions. One is that you do not need a Florida estate plan. Another is that a basic last will and testament is the only estate planning document you need. Although this is also untrue, many people...
Ways for Florida Seniors and Their Adult Children to Stay Safe From the Coronavirus
As a Florida senior, are you worried about your health right now? Are you an adult child who is caring for a Florida senior and wondering how to help him or her stay safe? Often, even when we are inundated with information, the right knowledge from a trusted source...
If I Have a Last Will and Testament, Does That Mean I Can Avoid Probate?
When it comes to preparing for the worst, and being ready for the time when you will not be with your family anymore, we find that people have a lot of questions. It can seem a bit overwhelming. Unfortunately, for most people, having a last will and testament is all...
How to Leave a Legacy if You Do Not Have Children
In what some experts view as a troubling trend, fewer women in the United States are having children. As a case in point, The Washington Post once cited data indicating that less than 4 million babies were born in the U.S. in 2017. The number of births in the...
How Should I Choose My Secondary Agents Under My Florida Durable Power of Attorney?
Did you know a Florida durable power of attorney is an estate planning tool that grants authority to a named agent to act in the place of the person who is granting this power of attorney? The term “durable” means, that with respect to a Florida power of...
5 Reasons Why Seniors Should Consider Updating Their Florida Estate Planning in the New Year
A New Year means different things to different people. For most of us though, it centers on making resolutions that can make our lives better. In our practice, we find that nowhere does this hold more true than making sure you have the right estate planning for you...
Does My Mother Need to Reapply for Medicaid After a Year?
Did you know that Medicaid is only available as long as the applicant is in need of medical services? One of the reasons why is because it is a means-based program in Florida. Further, in most instances, to qualify to receive Medicaid Institutional Care Program...
How Friends Can Bond with Elder Loved Ones in Nursing Homes
Long-term care facilities play a critical role for us today. While it is true that none of us want to consider a time when we may not be able to safely live at home, assisted living facilities and skilled nursing facilities provide a great option for elder adults who...
10 Ways Older Drivers Can Stay Safe on the Road
Older drivers can face age-related physical limitations that can make driving unsafe. Without mobility, however, many seniors are unable to meet their basic needs, such as grocery shopping and going to the doctor. We want you to know that this dilemma is not lost on...
Ways to Protect Your Spendthrift Child’s or Grandchild’s Inheritance Through An Annuity
A parent may have a child or a grandchild that is not responsible when it comes to managing his or her money. A major concern is what will happen if that child or grandchild is left a significant inheritance through a will or a trust. One possible, unfortunate,...