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 …
Read MoreEstate Planning Strategies for Non-U.S. Citizens 101
If you are interested in learning some estate planning strategies for non-U.S. citizens, this article is an excellent place to start. Use these basic rules to decide how to begin estate planning today. For non-U.S. citizens and spouses of non-U.S. citizens, estate planning can be a confusing ordeal. For one …
Read MoreAre Your Beneficiary Designations Up to Date? Your Loved Ones Will Thank You
Think that a will or a trust is enough to keep your family out of probate court after you pass? If you neglect to update your beneficiary designations, they may still have to go through the stressful process. Wills, trusts, and joint ownership are three essential estate planning tools that …
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