Finances can be one of the biggest contributors to marital strife. Yet it is important that couples in Hernando County understand that their divorces do not signal the end of having to deal with the financial decisions they may have made during their marriages. Many...
Year: 2017
Update your will after moving to Florida
If you already have a will written and approved by an attorney, then you are already far ahead of most American adults. However, a will should never remain a stagnant document. If you create your will early on in life in your 20s or 30s, then you will need to update...
January starts the divorce season
From mid November through New Year's Day, most people in Florida become very wrapped up in the holiday season. This also generally entails many family get-togethers and other celebrations associated with memories, emotions and hopes for the future. For couples who...
What is a revocable trust?
While it is true that a revocable trust often allows heirs to skip probate in Florida, there are several elements to consider before settling on it as the best way to handle your estate. The term “revocable” means that you can still alter or terminate the...
Wage earners vs liquidation bankruptcy plans
Florida residents who are facing yet another holiday season wondering not only how they will buy gifts for loved ones but pay basic bills and living expenses are not alone. Even with a relatively strong domestic economy, many people continue to experience serious...
What do I need to know about prenuptial agreements?
A prenuptial agreement, or, as it is referred to in the Florida Legislature’s Statutes, a premarital agreement, is the contract that you and your spouse agree upon and file with the courts prior to the legal union of marriage. It outlines the rights to any...
Things people forget when writing their wills
If you currently have a will, then you are already far ahead of over half of American adults. A report by Fox Business found that only about 42 percent of adults in the United States have adequately planned for the division of assets after their death. Even...
Specific blended family estate planning concerns
If you are one of the many people in Florida looking to get married for a second or even third time, you will likely have different things to take care of before you say, "I do". One of these is updating your estate plan. The choices you make when deciding how you...
Shifts in american employment
To an overwhelming number of Americans, losing a job means more than getting down in the dumps. It could mean prolonged windows of financial stress, which could ultimately lead to bankruptcy. Job loss is one of the most common reasons why Floridians file for...
Recovering from the mental exhaustion of divorce
Divorce is seldom a light topic, especially in regards to the toll it can take on those involved. Mental health often falls to the wayside while spouses tend to legal matters; as a result, anxiety, depression and burnout become constant reminders that life is not what...