by michelle | Jul 15, 2026 | Estate Planning
If you own a home in Florida, you have probably heard the word “homestead” at the property appraiser’s office or seen it on your tax bill. What many Lithia homeowners do not realize is that homestead is one of the most powerful and most misunderstood...
by michelle | Jul 10, 2026 | Estate Planning, Uncategorized
Hillsborough County is a wonderful melting pot. We work with families who have roots all over the world, and many of them still own a home, a piece of land, or accounts in another country. That connection is something to celebrate. It also adds a layer to your estate...
by michelle | Jun 25, 2026 | Estate Planning, Power of Attorney
It’s one of the most common situations I see in my practice: a parent who wants their child to handle things if something happens, but that child lives in Seattle. Or Chicago. Or anywhere that isn’t a quick drive to Riverview. The love and trust are there....
by michelle | Jun 10, 2026 | Estate Planning, Florida Laws, Medicaid
Qualifying for Medicaid to help cover the cost of long-term care can feel like a relief, and it is. But there’s a part of the Medicaid story that many families don’t learn about until after a loved one has passed, and by then, the surprise can be...
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...
