by michelle | May 28, 2026 | Estate Planning, Inheritance
Most people believe that if they have a Will, they have a plan. But here is the hard truth: your Will is often the last thing the bank or the court looks at. In Florida, your legacy is decided by titles, forms, and default laws that don’t care about your...
by michelle | May 18, 2026 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
If someone has asked you to serve as the executor of their estate, you may not realize that Florida uses a different term for this role: Personal Representative. The title is different, but the weight of the responsibility is very much the same. As a Fishhawk estate...
by michelle | May 8, 2026 | Estate Planning
When you name a guardian in your Will, you aren’t just choosing someone to provide a roof and a routine. You’re choosing the person who will become the keeper of your child’s history. For families formed through adoption, this decision requires a...
by michelle | Apr 24, 2026 | Estate Planning, Probate
Being named personal representative in someone’s will is an act of trust. It’s also a job; one that comes with real responsibilities, legal obligations, and a timeline that doesn’t always match what grieving family members are hoping for. If...
by michelle | Apr 10, 2026 | Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts
It’s a question that comes up more often than you might think. Relationships change. Families experience conflict, estrangement, or circumstances that make you reconsider who should inherit from your estate. If you’re wondering whether you can remove...
by michelle | Mar 17, 2026 | Estate Planning
Most people think of estate planning as something that kicks in after they’re gone. But here’s what surprises many of my clients: a well-crafted estate plan is one of the most powerful tools you have right now, while you’re very much alive. More Than...
