Poor Estate Planning: The Tragic Tale of Joe Robbie’s Lost Legacy
Estate planning may not be the most alluring topic for dinner party guests or a thrilling conversation starter. Still, it wields a level of significance that can shape a family’s…
5 Reasons that DIY Estate Planning is a Bad Idea
Legal documents are rampant in today’s “do-it-yourself” era, where a click of your mouse allows you to find out how to do anything on your own. Cheap and free methods…
4 Ways to Protect Your Real Estate from Creditors
When you owe debts stemming from a failed business endeavor, a lawsuit, or a poor investment, you must protect the property you own from creditors seeking to collect those debts.…
What Should I Know Before I Sign a Contract for My Business?
Operating a business almost always involves entering into different types of contracts. The types of contracts you may encounter in your business depend on the nature of your business. For…
Is a Verbal Contract Enforceable Under Florida Law?
Historically, an individual’s word and a handshake were the most common means of doing business. Although most business owners now use written contracts in conducting business, verbal or oral contracts…
The Importance of Properly Structuring Your Business
Starting and structuring your business can be an exciting and daunting task. There are countless factors to consider, from writing a business plan to building a customer base. However, the…
A Detailed Guide to Pass-Through Entity Taxation for Small Business Owners
If you’re a small business owner or partner in a partnership, you’ve probably heard about pass-through taxation. However, if you’re unsure exactly what it is, let’s explore its meaning and…
The Surviving Spouse’s Elective Share Under Florida Law
Historically, individuals could effectively disinherit their spouses by leaving them out of their wills. When the Florida legislature first created the elective share for surviving spouses, it was limited to…
Retirement Accounts and Asset Protection
No matter how careful, diligent, or professionally successful you are, owning a business always involves some degree of risk. A lawsuit, accident, or poor investment can easily lead to financial…
Do I Have to Pay My Deceased Spouse’s Debts? Can They Take My Property To Pay His Debts?
When dealing with the death of a loved one, trying to handle the various legal issues that your loved one has left behind, including the payment of debts, is challenging.…