Recent Blog Posts
Is Your Will Stuck In The Past? Here’s How To Tell
Life rarely stands still, so why should your will? Many people draft a will once, tuck it away in a drawer, and assume the job is done. But major life events, changing laws, and shifting family dynamics can quietly turn a once-solid estate plan into an outdated document that no longer reflects your wishes…. Read More »
What The Medicaid Five-Year Lookback Means For Florida Families
Imagine spending decades building a nest egg for your family, only to discover that a gift you made years ago could delay the long-term care benefits you need today. Sound stressful? It is, and it happens more often than you might think. If you or a loved one is approaching the point where nursing… Read More »
When Guardianship May Be Necessary For An Aging Parent In Florida
Watching a parent age can be one of the most challenging experiences a family faces. When an aging parent begins to struggle with daily decisions or self-care, many adult children find themselves wondering: is there a legal way to step in and help? In Florida, guardianship is one option available to families in these… Read More »
Trusts And Your Business: Smarter Succession Starts Now
When you built your business, you probably did not picture a courtroom, a probate judge, or a stack of paperwork standing between your company and the people you trust most. Yet without the right estate plan, that is exactly what can happen. If you own a business in Florida, a trust can be one… Read More »
What Assets Must Go Through Probate In Florida?
If a loved one has recently passed away, you may be wondering what happens to everything they owned. Does it all have to go through probate? The short answer is: not necessarily. Florida law draws a clear line between assets that must pass through the probate process and those that can transfer directly to… Read More »
How Retirement Accounts Are Handled In Florida Estate Plans
If you have an IRA, 401(k), or other retirement account, you may already know it is one of your most valuable assets. But do you know how it fits into your Florida estate plan? Many people are surprised to learn that retirement accounts do not pass through a will the way other property does…. Read More »
Planning Your Estate When You Own Property In Multiple States
Do you own a vacation home in another state, or maybe an investment property you picked up years ago? If so, you are not alone. Many Floridians hold real estate in more than one state, and it is more common than ever for retirees to split their time between homes in different parts of… Read More »
A Good Power Of Attorney Can Help You During Florida Disasters
The state of Florida is prone to natural disasters. You can protect your health, finances, and property during these natural disasters with a good power of attorney. Going over how a good power of attorney can help you during Florida disasters, and speaking with a Florida estate planning lawyer at Millhorn Elder Law Planning… Read More »
The Two-Year Rule For Probate Claims
Probate is a legal process that creditors can use to obtain what you may still owe them. You can protect your assets and bypass probate, but only with the proper legal tools. Going over the two-year rule for probate claims, and speaking with a Florida estate planning lawyer, will help you protect your estate. … Read More »
Funding Your Trust To Protect Your Assets From Creditors
You can use a trust to protect your assets from creditors. But, in order to do so, you need to fund your trust with the assets you would like to protect. Doing this isn’t always easy. By going over the importance of funding your trust to protect your assets from creditors, and speaking with… Read More »
