Do you update your Florida estate planning strategy as often as you should? This article details a few reasons to make changes to your plan. Life is full of unexpected changes, which is why many people choose to create an estate plan – to protect against unforeseen circumstances that …
Read More4 Benefits of Having a Trust Set Up for Your Children
There are many benefits of having a trust set up for your children. In this article, we discuss a few of them. Every parent wants to set their kids up for success, and one step that they can take to accomplish this is to seriously consider setting up a trust …
Read MoreWhat Is a Testate Estate? Here’s Why It’s Critical to Know
What is a testate estate? In this article, we answer this question and the implications of having an intestate estate when you pass away. Testate? Intestate? What do all these legal terms mean? When you are in the process of deciding whether estate planning is right for you, the terminology …
Read MoreThe Cost of Ancillary Probate in Florida Can Be Higher Than You Think
The cost of ancillary probate in Florida can be more expensive than you might expect. In this article, we break it down for you. Many people flock to Florida every year to take in the sun and enjoy the beaches. Some residents of other states love it so much that …
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Spouse Dies during Divorce?
Contested divorces are often fraught with obstacles and delays. But what happens to the estate when one spouse dies during divorce? This article discusses some possible scenarios. During the months—sometimes years—that it takes to complete a contested divorce, anything can happen. If one of the parties passes away, there are …
Read MoreShould I Sign a Prenuptial Agreement? 4 Reasons Not to Copy the Gates Divorce
Should I sign a prenuptial agreement? If you are wondering whether a prenup can protect your estate in the event of a divorce, the answer is yes. This article explores how. By now, practically everyone has heard the news: Bill and Melinda Gates are getting a divorce. For anyone who …
Read MoreEstate Planning for Foreign Nationals: What If You’re Married to a Non-Citizen?
For U.S. citizens married to a non-citizen, estate planning can be a confusing process. This article discusses some of the most important aspects of estate planning for foreign nationals. In many ways, the estate planning process is the same for U.S. citizens and non-citizens, but there are a few critical …
Read MoreWhat Is a Conservatorship? 3 Things to Know in Florida
Since Hulu started streaming “Framing Britney Spears,” a documentary by The New York Times, a lot of people have been asking the same question—what is a conservatorship? This article explains what Florida residents need to know. Britney Spears fans and legal analysts have been up in arms recently over what …
Read MoreEstate Planning for Blended Families: What You Absolutely Must Know
Not every attorney knows how to handle estate planning for blended families. As estate planning specialists, Casal & Moreno understands the complexities that blended families are up against. Here’s what you need to know. Families come in all shapes and sizes, so it only makes sense that estate planning should …
Read MoreWhat to Know When Selling Your Parents’ Home After They Pass Away
Selling your parents’ home after they pass away can be a long and draining process. If you know what to expect, however, it does not have to be an impossible ordeal. Losing your parents is always difficult, and to add stress to an already emotional situation, you have to deal …
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