Why Young People Need An Estate Plan, Too
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | April 8, 2022 | Estate Planning
There are many Florida residents who may think that estate planning is a task for “older” people to take care of. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, everyone – young, old, married, single, rich, poor, and everyone in between – would benefit from having an estate plan in place, and yes, young couples, in particular.
Tax Season is Always A Good Time to Review Your Estate Plan
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | March 8, 2022 | Estate Planning
It’s tax season. The time of the year when you generally have all your important financial statements in one place. This is a good time to review your estate plan to make sure you are headed in the right direction, or to implement one if you haven’t yet.
When it comes to a will or estate plan, don’t just set it and forget it. You need to keep them updated
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | February 2, 2022 | Estate Planning
Whether you drew up a will recently or years ago, keep in mind it’s generally not something you can set and forget.
Talking to Your Aging Parents About Wills and Estate Planning - Part 2
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | September 10, 2021 | Estate Planning
In addition to the other topics covered in last month’s post, this conversation should ask where important financial items and documents are. Unexpected death, or just the gradual unmooring of dementia, could make these items seem to disappear, locking out assets that could become very important.
Talking to Your Aging Parents About Wills and Estate Planning - Part 1
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | August 16, 2021 | Estate Planning
How NOT to start a conversation with aging parents: "We need to talk To start things off, I want you to think about how you’re going to die
The Importance of Long-Term Care Planning
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | March 20, 2021 | Estate Planning
Life expectancy has increased in the U.S., and so it’s more important than ever to plan for your health needs as you age. Keep in mind the need for long-term care, either as in-home nursing care or at a residential facility.
4 estate planning mistakes to avoid
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Dec 12, 2020 | Estate Planning
Having an estate plan in place is highly beneficial. Proper estate planning allows you to make informed decisions about the handling of your assets and gives you the opportunity to maximize the value of your estate.
Estate planning Priorities
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Nov 14, 2020 | Estate Planning
Though most adults in the United State do not have an estate plan, ideally everyone over the age of 18 should. According to The Motley Fool, estate planning is an opportunity to provide for loved ones and protect your own interests in the face of life’s inevitabilities.
A special needs trust may be a beneficial part of your estate plan
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | Aug 3, 2020 | Estate Planning
As you work on your estate plan, something that you may want to include is special needs planning. If you have a child or dependent that turns to you for support due to a disability, then special needs planning is essential.
When are handwritten wills legal in Florida?
On behalf of Law Offices of Frye & Vazquez, P.L. | July 21, 2020 | Estate Planning
You’ve probably heard of someone leaving a handwritten will behind — or maybe you even have a handwritten will tucked away in your own desk drawer. It seems like the easiest way to establish what you’d like to see happen with your assets and personal effects after you are gone. After all, how can a will be considered invalid when it’s clearly in your handwriting?
