David F Hanley, PA - S. Florida Business, Probate & Estate Planning Lawyer

01/17/2022

https://www.yahoo.com/finance/news/assets-included-trust-093005385.html

A revocable living trust is a great tool to help your assets pass smoothly to your beneficiaries, and it can significantly reduce the headaches of probate. However, while some assets belong in a trust, others cannot (or should not) go into one.

05/28/2020

Good advice in these difficult times

Some situations where you may need to change your will should be obvious to most people. But others just may surprise you.

07/14/2019

Even the Queen of Soul can make mistakes . . .

Legendary singer Aretha Franklin was thought to have died without a will, but the recent discovery of handwritten documents in her home is calling...

05/09/2018

Good reminder on the risks of using “E-Z" Legal Forms . . .

By Gary BlenkenshipSenior Editor A woman who used a commercial will instead of hiring an attorney apparently thwarted her intent on disposing of some of her property and sparked litigation that cost many times what she saved by using the generic form. Those were the conclusions of Justice Barbara Pa...

03/14/2018

This is a good time to review your current Will.

Making a last will and testament is a very wise decision. It tells your surviving loved ones exactly what your wishes are regarding your property and assets.

01/10/2018

Good advice!

A look at why executives and small business owners should consider their estate plan heading into 2018.

10/25/2017

Good article on the importance of keeping your estate plan updated.

Many people wait until it’s too late, and leave a mess to their heirs.

10/11/2017

Good advice on Digital Assets

Last week, we talked about all the key changes regarding digital assets in your estate plan. Today, I’ll share a way to plan for digital assets, and ensure you’re fully up to speed with your estate. 1. Develop an inventory. You need a list of all your digital accounts, assets, automatic payment plan...

08/12/2017

Great advice!

Three “horror stories” to convince you how important this is.

03/04/2017

Supporting Aging Parents with their Finances

02/22/2017

Nice summary of estate planning
https://www.caring.com/articles/estate-planning-101

Learn about estate planning, the basics for managing an estate, and get expert advice and help with estate planning. What the basic legal documents needed for end-of-life