Nobody enjoys imagining their own funeral. Choosing who gets the house is hardly a party either. Yet putting off a will can leave your family answering legal questions at the worst possible time, often while grieving and trying to work out what you wanted. A will gives you a say in what happens to property […]
Tag: Florida Wills
What Is Better, a Trust or a Will? How Florida Families Can Decide
If you have started looking into estate planning, you have probably run into the same question in several different forms: Should I have a will, or should I have a trust? The internet tends to make this sound like a simple contest. Trusts avoid probate. Wills are cheaper. Trusts are for wealthy people. Wills are […]
Is an Online Will Valid in Florida? What DIY Estate Planning Can Get Wrong
Is an online will valid in Florida? Yes, if it meets the state’s legal requirements. Learn how Florida’s signing and witnessing rules work, why DIY wills can create unexpected estate planning problems, and when an attorney’s review may help protect your wishes.
How to Properly Execute a Will in Florida: Requirements for a Valid Will
Learn how to properly execute a will in Florida, including witness requirements, notarization, self proving affidavits, electronic wills, and out of state wills.