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Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the... more +
Estate Planning is a process where individuals prepare or plan for the settlement of their personal affairs in the event of incapacitation or death. Estate plans typically include provisions relating to the disposition of assets, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of representatives to make medical and financial decisions. Effective estate planning can decrease tax liability and facilitate the probate process.  less -
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Time to Step Up? Florida’s Community Property Trust Act Worth A Look

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Unknown to many Floridians, Florida enacted the Community Property Trust Act which went into effect on July 1, 2021, and established the ability to convert non-community property into community property. The community...more

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Escaping the Snow: Estate Planning Considerations for Moving to the Sunshine State

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Despite the unusual rain this year, New England is typically a great place to be in the summer. However, once the cold air moves in, countless people escape the harsh winters of New England by living half of the year in warm,...more

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Enactment of FUDTA and CPTA Change the Rules on Florida Trusts

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On June 29, 2021, Florida enacted the Florida Uniform Directed Trust Act ("FUDTA") and the Community Property Trust Act ("CPTA"). Florida will now have a more robust law whereby “trust directors” can be granted powers in a...more

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