Posts Tagged ‘Wills’
Exploring Myths & Misconceptions About Wills and Trusts
As much as we try to simplify the process for you, it can be difficult to sort through all the confusion about estate planning documents and the probate process. In an article posted on TCPalm.com, Florida Trust Attorney Robert D. Schwartz provides an insightful explanation of common misconceptions about wills and trusts. According to Schwartz,…
Read MoreOverview of Virtual Estate Planning System (VEPS)
Our online Virtual Estate Planning System (VEPS) is your portal to securely create, store, update, and share an estate plan that will help protect your legacy and your family for generations to come. The first step of the legacy planning process is to create the traditional set of estate plan documents that will cover the…
Read MoreOverview of Virtual Estate Planning System (VEPS)
Our online Virtual Estate Planning System (VEPS) is your portal to securely create, store, update, and share an estate plan that will help protect your legacy and your family for generations to come. The first step of the legacy planning process is to create the traditional set of estate plan documents that will cover the…
Read MorePhilip Seymour Hoffman's Unexpected Death Raises Numerous Estate Issues
When Oscar-winning actor Philip Seymour Hoffman died unexpectedly on February 2, he left more than his legacy of notable performances. He also left an estate estimated to have a net worth of $35 Million. Unfortunately, like many celebrities before him who passed away “before their time,” he left the fate of that estate in less-than-optimal…
Read MoreCommon Estate Planning Mistakes Made by Farmers
Many people think that “estate planning” is really just hiring a lawyer to draft a Last Will and Testament; however, it’s more complicated than that… Keeping in mind the client’s objectives, the estate planning lawyer will help guide the client through the myriad of options available to decide the best strategy at that particular juncture…
Read MoreTypes of Family Trust Documents
The types of family trust documents you need depend on the context in which you apply the term "family trust." If a family trust is from a family trust-based plan, then you need a power of attorney, a pour-over will, healthcare disclosure documents, and a living trust. If a family trust stems from a will-based…
Read MoreTypes of Family Trust Documents
The types of family trust documents you need depend on the context in which you apply the term "family trust." If a family trust is from a family trust-based plan, then you need a power of attorney, a pour-over will, healthcare disclosure documents, and a living trust. If a family trust stems from a will-based…
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Read MoreHelping Children Deal with Death – Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
Children often have trouble coping with the loss of a loved one. Here are some tips to help them deal with the grieving process: First, have an honest discussion when breaking the news to a child. Let the child react … Read more: Helping Children Deal with Death – Wills, Trusts & Estates Prof Blog
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