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Is Developing An “I Love You” Will A Good Idea?
You may have heard of a type of will referred to as an “I love you will.” And, you may be interested in developing a will of that sort. But, even though this type of will may sound right for you, it is likely not. Going over the flaws that an “I love you”… Read More »
The Process Of Establishing Guardianship In The State Of Florida
To establish a guardianship within the state of Florida, there is a process that must be followed. Familiarizing yourself with this process, and speaking with an attorney, allows you to establish the appropriate guardianship arrangement. What Is Guardianship In The State Of Florida? A guardian is a decision-maker who has been appointed to make… Read More »
What Are The 3 Most Common Ways A Trust Can Fail?
A trust can fail in many different ways. But, there are three ways, in particular, that are the most common. By being aware of these reasons, it will be easier for you to work with a trust administration lawyer and to avoid them. What Are The Benefits Of A Trust? A trust offers a… Read More »
If You Have Unpaid Bills During Probate, What Happens To Them?
Sometimes, a person dies with unpaid bills. And, when their estate goes through probate, these unpaid bills must be dealt with. Going over what happens to unpaid bills during probate, and speaking with a Florida probate lawyer at the Millhorn Elder Law Planning Group, will allow you to obtain the best possible outcome when… Read More »
3 Things You Might Forget To Include In Your Estate Plan
A wide variety of things can, and should, be included in your estate plan. Many of these things are very easy to remember and include – a house, for example – but others are not. To ensure that your estate plan includes everything it must include, you can find three things you might forget… Read More »
Does Medicare Or Medicaid Pay For Nursing Care?
When certain conditions are met, Medicare and Medicaid can, and will, pay for a patient’s nursing care. Being aware of these conditions, and speaking with a long-term care planning lawyer, will make it easier to obtain nursing care through Medicare and/or Medicaid. Does Medicare Or Medicaid Pay For Nursing Care? The answer to the… Read More »
How Does Gifting Play Into Your Estate Plan?
Every estate plan contains a space for gifts. Right before someone chooses what gifts to give, and who to give them to, it’s important to understand what gifting is and how it plays into their estate plan. What Is Gifting? A gift is “a voluntary transfer of a benefit without the need for any… Read More »
Setting Up A Trust For Your Pet
A wide variety of advantages can come from setting up a pet trust. Going over these advantages, and speaking with a lawyer regarding your situation, will allow you to determine if you should set up a trust for your pet. What Is A Pet Trust? Right before we go over what a pet trust… Read More »
Are There Any Reasons Why Your Beneficiaries Might Refuse An Inheritance?
Every beneficiary possesses the right to refuse an inheritance. Being aware of why they might do so, and speaking with a lawyer, makes it easier to prevent this from occurring. Are There Any Reasons Why Your Beneficiaries Might Refuse An Inheritance? The answer to the question outlined above is “Yes.” A beneficiary has the… Read More »
The 6 Types Of Guardianship In The State Of Florida
The state of Florida offers six basic types of guardianship. Going over what these are, and speaking with a guardianship attorney, will allow you to determine which guardianship arrangement is most appropriate. What Is Guardianship? Guardianship is a term that refers to an individual who has been given the ability to manage either the… Read More »
