by Carol Grant | Feb 27, 2024 | Estate Planning, Probate
As an estate planning attorney in a probate law firm in Miami-Dade county, I’ve witnessed many parents consider adding a child to the deed of their home with good intentions. They often view this as a simple strategy to ensure that their property seamlessly...
by Carol Grant | Feb 2, 2024 | Estate Planning
When a loved one passes away and leaves behind an Individual Retirement Account (IRA), understanding Florida inheritance laws becomes critical for beneficiaries. Whether you’re dealing with a traditional IRA or Roth IRA in Florida, the rules surrounding...
by Carol Grant | Jan 10, 2024 | Estate Planning
It’s often a matter of debate. Can a minor be named as a beneficiary in Florida? Often, the answer is no. The significant exception to the rule of not naming a minor as a beneficiary is trusts: you can name a legal minor as the beneficiary of a trust. That’s...
by Carol Grant | Jan 1, 2024 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Guardianship
No one likes to think of themselves as being older and vulnerable. However, for one Florida man, a medical crisis and the lack of family nearby led to a terrible series of events. The article’s title, from The Washington Post, sums it up: “The retired pilot went...
by Carol Grant | Nov 20, 2023 | Estate Planning, News
Imagine waking up one day unable to recognize your own children. Your bank accounts are frozen. Your family is arguing in a courtroom about who should make decisions for you. This isn’t a nightmare scenario, it’s what happens when Alzheimer’s disease...
by Carol Grant | Sep 13, 2023 | Estate Planning, Probate, Will
If you own a home in Florida, you’ve probably heard horror stories about probate, the lengthy, expensive court process that can tie up your property for months or even years after you pass away. While your family grieves, they’re stuck dealing with legal...
