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Wills that are meant to protect your estate or your assets could end in probate if they are incorrectly written. Will planning should be carefully done, ensuring you cover all of your bases. Mistakes or omissions in the will can be costly to your heirs, create havoc and confusion, and end up invalidating your lastRead more

Long-term care is important for older individuals, and it can be essential for anyone, rich or poor. In this news release from Feb. 6, Floridians discussed how important long-term care is for individuals who are not yet ready for nursing home care. Medicaid offers a long-term care program that currently serves over 48,000 people inRead more

Probate is the process by which a court reviews a will, deems it to be valid and appoints someone to execute it. In Florida, the probate process can be expensive because it involves hiring an attorney and filing papers with the court. Floridians can take action before probate is necessary through other legal channels and estateRead more

Whether designating guardian choices for later in life or setting up services for incapacitated loved ones or children, most Florida residents likely spend a lot of time considering who will be the best in a guardianship role. In some cases, court-appointed guardians take over personal finances and other decisions. Sometimes, the individuals most trusted to handle someone’sRead more

Preparing for long-term care for yourself or a loved one comes with many decisions, including where assisted living or nursing services will be provided if they become necessary. Making the best choices to protect and care for loved ones requires knowledge of both elder law and financial options. For many who require long-term care, Medicaid is aRead more