Like other responsible Floridians, you have a solid will or trust in place to protect your assets in case you become incapacitated, and to give your loved ones a respectable inheritance. However, you didn’t think to include Spot in your will. Your daughter and...
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Understanding the automatic stay
A common misconception that many in Hernando Count have regarding bankruptcy is that it is just an easy way for you to not have to pay your bills. We here at have even spoken with potential clients who have been told that through a...
What about your kids?
It is easy to fall into the trap of thinking that estate planning on applies to how your assets and property will be dispersed amongst your beneficiaries in Hernando County once you are gone. In reality, there are many more facets to it that you need to consider...
What happens if I don’t have a will?
Some people in Florida believe that they don’t have enough assets to warrant the creation of a will. While some people can actually get away without any estate plan at all, the fact remains that most people should look into wills and trusts to ensure their estates are...
Will Chapter 7 discharge your recent credit card debt?
If your Florida credit card debt is so out of hand that you face bankruptcy as your only way out of overwhelming debt, you should stop using your credit cards once you make the decision to file for it. As you likely know, Chapter 7 bankruptcy discharges virtually all...
Will you have to pay manimony when you divorce?
If you are a woman with a high-paying Florida job, be aware that women are not the only ones who receive spousal support when they divorce. Men likewise sometimes get it. That is why alimony now goes by the name of spousal support. Actually, there is a nickname for...
Is it possible to remove a lien with bankruptcy?
Many Florida homeowners take out second, third and even fourth mortgages against their property in order to finance repairs, education or other major expenses. However, as you are probably aware, there are risks associated with this practice. What seems like a...
How can I create a living will?
Among other estate planning documents, living wills are essential. Whereas a conventional will dictates what you’d like done with your assets and property, a living will specifies what kind of end-of-life care you would prefer. The Mayo Clinic explains what...
New parents should draft wills
The joy of becoming a parent is hard to match. It is a time filled with excitement as well as many new responsibilities. One of the tasks that should be an essential part of your list as a new parent is that of thinking about your comprehensive estate plan, especially...
How to Bounce Back After Bankruptcy
For people in Hernando County facing a rising tide of debt, filing for bankruptcy may be the best option. However, once the smoke clears you may be wondering how you can bounce back from filing and begin to take steps towards repairing your credit. TheStreet.com...