by Laurie Ohall | Jul 18, 2021 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Many Tampa-area residents use tools like Revocable Living Trusts to help their loved ones avoid probate proceedings and to give clear instructions on how they want their assets and property handled after death. In general, a trust is created once it is signed and...
by Laurie Ohall | Jun 8, 2021 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Trust administration in Florida is more complicated than many people realize. So, when deciding whom to name as your administrator, you may want to explore other options besides a close family member or your best friend. Our Brandon trust lawyers often find that the...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 25, 2021 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Revocable living trusts are very common in estate planning. Having one gives you a safe place to “put” your valuables along with an instruction manual on what to do with you and your stuff if you can’t act on your own behalf. While you are alive and well you are in...
by Laurie Ohall | Mar 16, 2021 | Special Needs, Trusts
Creating a trust for your child with disabilities is an important step in preparing for his or her future. Your child’s special needs trust will safely hold assets that can be used for his or her personal care, recreation, education, and so forth without jeopardizing...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 22, 2020 | Estate Planning, Trusts
The decision of who to appoint as your executor or trustee is a huge one, which is why it’s so important to make the right choice when creating your estate plan. Remember, this person will hold incredible responsibility for overseeing what becomes of your estate. You...
by Laurie Ohall | Nov 30, 2020 | Estate Planning, Living Trust, Trusts
As a Tampa will and trust lawyer, I’m often asked what the process looks like to sell a house if it’s moved into a Revocable Living Trust. People worry that they will need to ask permission from someone to sell their home, or that it will be difficult to put the house...