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Does your will require Florida probate?
As you plan your estate, you may want to help your heirs avoid the probate process. In Florida, some estates qualify for simplified probate, a process known as summary administration. Review the requirements to learn more about whether your estate will require...
Does my senior parent require guardianship?
As your parents grow older, they may be less capable of caring for themselves. This can lead to health issues and financial problems, both of which are extremely damaging if left unaddressed. At some point, it might be necessary to appoint a guardian to oversee your...
What are some signs of nursing home abuse?
When you put your loved ones in a nursing home, you may not anticipate any problems with abuse or manipulation. However, many older people face serious mental, emotional and even psychological problems at the hands of nursing home staff. Physical problems According to...
ardianship lawyers in Florida push for confidential records
The laws surrounding guardianship protect both caregivers and their wards from particular legal avenues, but may also protect one over another. Which is the best practice? It is a balancing act. The Orlando Sentinel reports on a guardianship abuse scandal from last...
How to become eligible for Medicaid
After working and saving throughout your life, you may feel some reluctance to exhaust your funds on a few months of long-term care. However, as long as your nonexempt income and assets are above the limit, Medicaid will not cover your nursing home costs. According to...
Don’t choose just anyone to be your health care proxy
When it comes to your health, and possibly your life, you most likely have opinions regarding the type of care you want when it comes to making emergency medical decisions and any efforts you want doctors to make, depending on your condition. If you are like others...
What housing benefits am I entitled to as a veteran?
Veterans and their family members in Florida are entitled to home loans, housing assistance and property tax breaks, under certain conditions. If you have a service-related disability, it is likely that you will qualify for additional benefits. As the Florida...
The importance of establishing guardianship
Planning your estate is not just a good option — it is a matter of securing your legacy and your overall wellness in your late years. Better late than never is a fine adage, but it can lead to procrastination on important filing like a guardianship. It may leave you...
Is it time to edit your estate plan?
Florida residents like you work hard on your estate in life. It makes sense to work hard on your estate plan, too. But do not make the mistake of thinking you can work on it once and forget about it. An estate plan must constantly change and evolve to suit your life....
The role of charitable trusts in estate planning
Many people wish to leave a legacy of their wealth to a favorite philanthropic organization. A charitable trust is an effective way to accomplish this. One important consideration concerns the decisions on where the money should go. A second consideration involves the...
