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What Should I Do About an Irresponsible Heir?

In some situations, a child with special needs may require assistance for their personal care and financial matters. Conversely, some children often become irresponsible due to substance abuse, addiction, or laziness. Thankfully, a spendthrift trust allows parents to protect the inheritance and make adequate provision for their irresponsible heir’s needs.

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Important Tips for Executor of the Estate

If you’ve been named the personal representative in a loved one’s, friend’s, or associate’s last will and testament, then you will become the executor of that person’s estate once they pass away.

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Important Legal Documents to Have in Place Before Dementia Sets In

Watching a family member or loved one grow old can elicit complicated feelings as you help them navigate their changing abilities, both physical and mental. However, when this person is also suffering from a cognitive impairment like Alzheimer’s or dementia, there are other considerations to take into account, specifically the individual’s legal capacity to draft estate planning documents.

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Second Marriage and Estate Planning

Many people who get married and start a family create an estate plan. They want to ensure their spouse and children are taken care of if they were to pass.

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Why Use an Estate Planning Attorney Instead of Using a Form?

Estate planning is a serious matter. While most people believe estate planning is important, many folks, unfortunately, look to find an easy way around the process. The fact is that getting the right legal counsel is the best way to make sure your estate plan protects your loved ones during some of the most difficult times they can face.

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Dispelling State Planning Myths

All of us have thought about our own death and what may happen with our possessions or assets. We may have even talked about this with our family and loved ones and conveyed our wishes to them verbally. However, simply talking over these issues with others is not enough and everyone should seriously consider establishing an estate plan that clearly lays out their wishes.

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FAQs: What Needs to Be Done When Someone Dies

Losing a loved one is one of the most painful and difficult experiences we face in life. No one is ever prepared for the death of a family member because saying goodbye to someone you love is always emotionally devastating.

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Estate Planning Checklist: What to Consider Before You Start

If you’re starting out on estate planning, or you wish to review what you already have, and you’re located in Ocala or anywhere in Marion County, Florida, contact me at Michael A. Siefert, P.A. for legal help. I have devoted the past 20 years to helping others like you plan for the future. A comprehensive estate plan will help ensure peace of mind for you and your loved ones.

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How Can I Change My Will?

As life and family situations change, it may become necessary to make changes to your last will and testament. If life circumstances or major events require you to update your will, you may wonder, “How can I change my will?”

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Wills Vs Trusts: Which One Is Right For You?

Wills and trusts are legal documents that help protect your property and loved ones and direct the transfer of assets according to your wishes. Many people think they need to choose only one document when setting up an estate plan.

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