On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | April 30, 2021 | Wills
Don’t make the mistake of drafting your own Will and estate plan to save money. With general forms available and online companies that claim to walk you through the “easy” drafting process, it is common to fall prey to their low-priced services.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | April 9, 2018 | Trusts
A trust can protect your assets for the next generation. However, if you have debt, the trust will not necessarily protect assets from creditors. If you or your beneficiaries file for bankruptcy, for example, the trust could be seized for repayment of debts.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | March 20, 2021 | Estate Planning
Life expectancy has increased in the U.S., and so it’s more important than ever to plan for your health needs as you age. Keep in mind the need for long-term care, either as in-home nursing care or at a residential facility.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Feb 25, 2021 | Estate Adminstration & Probate
We are asked this question on daily basis in my probate practice. While there is a not a clear answer, we can give you an approximation. The Florida Bar states: “It depends on the facts of each situation; some probate administrations take longer than others.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Jan 10, 2021 | Estate Administraion & Porbate
In Florida, probate assets are those that were solely owned by the decedent, or jointly owned but lacking a provision for automatic succession, known as tenants in common.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Dec 12, 2020 | Estate Planning
Having an estate plan in place is highly beneficial. Proper estate planning allows you to make informed decisions about the handling of your assets and gives you the opportunity to maximize the value of your estate.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Nov 14, 2020 | Estate Planning
Though most adults in the United State do not have an estate plan, ideally everyone over the age of 18 should. According to The Motley Fool, estate planning is an opportunity to provide for loved ones and protect your own interests in the face of life’s inevitabilities.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Sep 14, 2020 | Wills
Many Miami area residents have gone through the process of having a parent die. This is a stressful and emotional time for most people, and it can be a difficult process. Although a person may have taken the time to create a will sometimes a will cannot be found. There are steps an heir should take if a will is lost.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Aug 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
As you work on your estate plan, something that you may want to include is special needs planning. If you have a child or dependent that turns to you for support due to a disability, then special needs planning is essential.
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | July 21, 2020 | Estate Planning
You’ve probably heard of someone leaving a handwritten will behind — or maybe you even have a handwritten will tucked away in your own desk drawer. It seems like the easiest way to establish what you’d like to see happen with your assets and personal effects after you are gone. After all, how can a will be considered invalid when it’s clearly in your handwriting?
