by Laurie Ohall | Jun 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
The prospect of probate can be daunting for many Floridians. It’s a court-supervised process that can be time-consuming, expensive, and expose your estate to public scrutiny. But what if you could avoid this altogether? The good news is that with proper planning...
by Laurie Ohall | Jun 20, 2024 | Estate Planning
While Florida may be known for its sunshine and favorable tax laws, that doesn’t mean estate tax planning is something to ignore altogether. For many affluent Brandon residents and snowbirds, the federal estate tax can still pose a significant threat....
by Laurie Ohall | Jun 13, 2024 | Estate Planning, Trusts
Estate planning can feel like navigating a maze of legal complexities, but trusts offer a valuable tool to simplify the process and protect your legacy. In Brandon, Florida, savvy residents are increasingly turning to trusts as a cornerstone of their estate plans. But...
by Laurie Ohall | Jun 10, 2024 | Alzheimers, Guardianship, Health Care Directives
Swearing is usually taboo in polite society and therefore, it can become a concern when it starts happening unexpectedly with a loved one who may have dementia. Dementia, a progressive condition affecting cognitive functions like memory, language, and behavior, can...
by Laurie Ohall | May 29, 2024 | Probate
Losing a loved one is difficult enough, and then comes the task of navigating probate. Probate is the legal process of validating a will and distributing a deceased person’s assets in accordance with Florida law. If you are involved in the probate process in...
