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As you may know, estate planning gives you the power to direct how your property and assets are managed in the event of death or incapacity. Although most people do not look forward to addressing end-of-life matters, they typically feel better once the tasks are...
When it comes to violations of condominium rules, people often start off small. They might put tomato plants out on the front porch despite clearly stated rules against vegetable gardening. From there, issues could continue to expand and get worse, including...
Under the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of December 2017, the implications of federal taxes on estate planning may seem straightforward. The Act appears to favor all individuals under the extremely high-income threshold. However, there are important things to understand about...
Zoning issues can be the bane of just about any new development project. They can also become a problem when an existing project tries to expand past its original plan. But what if the zoning decision made by the local authorities seems like it’s merely arbitrary and...
You love your home, but something you aren’t in love with is how much your property tax costs. Your property tax is based on the assessed value of your home. That assessment determines how much tax you’ll need to pay. Can you lower your taxes? Yes, if you get your...
Hiring a new executive for your company can mean changes to the company culture and exciting new opportunities for the business as a whole. The contract that a company executes with an executive will typically include an outline of all the expectations regarding...
There's a popular saying that the only things certain in life are death and taxes. Estate planning exists at the uncomfortable intersection between those two inevitable life experiences. For most people creating an estate plan, the primary objectives are to structure...
Evictions are an area of law that can be quite difficult to really understand. Both individuals renting a residential or commercial property and landlords leasing properties for others to rent can misunderstand their rights under Florida law. An eviction usually...
Florida is known for being lenient when it comes to taxes, so you may think your estate will be in the clear when it comes time to read the will. But that’s not likely the case, as federal regulations could hit you hard if you’re not prepared. High-value estates can...
Florida law does not require you to hire an attorney to handle commercial or residential real estate transactions. However, having an experienced attorney in your corner provides many benefits for buyers, sellers and developers. Many real estate deals are handled...
