Category Archives: Wills-Trusts-Estates
The Biggest Advantage Of A Living Trust
When you are developing an estate plan, there are several tools available to you that can choose to minimize your estate’s tax burden, safeguard your assets and wealth, and protect beneficiaries. Not every tool is a good match for everyone. This is why working with an estate planning attorney can be beneficial. An attorney… Read More »
The Pros And Cons Of Creating A Will Yourself
If you can save some money here and there, that is a good thing and can help you build savings or put away money for an emergency fund should you ever need it. But, there are some areas where it makes sense to look for cuts and other places where it is in your… Read More »
Differences Between A Living Trust And A Testamentary Trust
It may not be the most bright and cheery task to work through, but establishing an estate plan and developing end-of-life documents is a necessary one nevertheless. Two types of trusts that can often be confused with each other are Testamentary Trusts and Living Trusts. There are pros and cons to each and figuring… Read More »
What Can’t A Living Trust Do?
Estate planning may not be the most exciting or fun proposition, but it is essential. The importance of evaluating your assets, and determining how they will be dealt with after you have passed can mean a much easier transition, with fewer chances that legal challenges will hamper your wishes for your beloved heirs. It… Read More »
Is A Pour Over Will A Necessary Part Of Estate Planning In The Villages?
Estate planning is a comprehensive, ongoing process, not a one and done task on your to-do list. Unfortunately, many people put off estate planning as something they will get to when they have time. It is understandable that life gets in the way, everyone is busy, but you have to make time now to… Read More »
Advantages and Disadvantages of Electronic Wills
We have written before about electronic notarization of legal documents and how this represents a sea change in Florida law. Today, we want to discuss whether your entire will should be electronic. Electronic wills have certain advantage and disadvantages. But, as experienced estate planning attorneys in The Villages, we also want to caution against… Read More »
What Happens to a Debt after Death?
Many people die with debts. This shouldn’t be too surprising. If a person uses a credit card, then they probably will carry a balance when they die. There may be other loans, like personal loans or car loans. And many people need medical care to treat an end-of-life illness or injury. You can expect… Read More »
