Florida Legal Blog
What should I inventory for estate planning?
If you are of retirement age in Florida, it is time to start thinking about estate planning if you have not already done so. Estate planning is the process of figuring out what will happen with your assets after you have either died or become incapacitated. Having a...
What considerations should I make when buying a business?
If you want to own a business in Florida, you might consider buying an existing business. This might work well if you are willing to invest more in the beginning to get the opportunity to avoid having to build the business from the ground up. However, it is not always...
How easements may affect your Florida real estate purchase
If you are shopping for Florida real estate, you may be curious about the term "easement." This legal arrangement allows an individual or business to use part of a property for a specific purpose. Various types of easements apply to different types of personal and...
Incapacitation and end-of-life care
End-of-life planning in Florida does not just refer to what happens to your assets and possessions after your death. It includes plans for what should happen to you if you become incapacitated and cannot express your preferences regarding your medical and health care...
What to know about quitclaim deeds before buying the property
Most properties are sold in Florida with a property deed. However, there are times when the owner did not purchase the property. Family members of the deceased are the most common owners of quitclaim deeds, but the property still comes with some risk. According to the...
Can an estate executor be sued?
Taking on the job of an estate executor in Florida can be rewarding since it helps the surviving family members of a deceased person receive their inheritance and achieve some closure concerning the death of a relative. But with the job of executor comes possible...
The wrong LLC name can cause legal trouble
Forming a Limited Liability Company (LLC) requires attention to creating many aspects of the company. Even the name of the business should be carefully composed. What you as a Florida business owner put in the name of your LLC could cause you a number of problems down...
Choosing the right small business structure
As your small business grows from an idea to a company with profits and employees, you will need to establish a separate legal entity to protect your personal assets and those of your partners. You may also enjoy tax benefits from creating a legal business structure....
Keep promissory notes in mind for bigger financial needs
The promissory note can be an extremely useful, versatile and common type of legal contract. You probably signed one if you’ve bought a home. Most people remember their mortgage, but it was the promissory note that bound you to repaying the loan, allowing you to...
Who is involved in the probate process?
Probate is a process that is not always clear for those involved in it. It occurs after the death of the person whose estate is in probate. This process helps the state ensure that the wishes of the deceased are followed and that everything is done legally. There are...
