Orsatti & Associates, P.A., Legal Blog
What to include in and exclude from your will
Estate planning provides peace of mind that whatever happens to you, your affairs are in order and your survivors have what they need to carry out your wishes. A will is one of the most basic end-of-life documents and the foundation of many estate plans. Nevertheless,...
Potential title concerns with real estate
Whenever you close on a real estate deal, you want to make sure you have a clear legal title to the property. Occasionally issues and disputes arise that cause unexpected complications. Familiarity with these possibilities could help you successfully respond to the...
Planning for your funeral ahead of time
It may feel easy to focus on your physical wealth, quality of life health care choices and who inherits what after you die. Another thing that goes a long way to providing stability to your grieving loved ones is having a funeral plan you helped write yourself. By...
What are the two types of guardianship?
If you have children under the age of 18, one of your responsibilities as a parent is to make sure their care continues in the event that both you and their other parent die. You do this by appointing one or more guardians for them in your estate plan. According to...
Should you review your plan now?
An estate plan serves as a crucial matter for many people. However, most people do not realize that taking care of and maintaining an estate plan goes far beyond its initial creation. Reviewing this plan serves an equal measure of importance. But how do you do so?...
Should you buy residential real estate property?
When deciding what to purchase for your first property, you will have two main categories to choose from: residential real estate and commercial real estate. Each type of real estate has its own benefits and potential drawbacks. Likewise, each one may suit a different...
What can a trust accomplish that a will cannot?
When you first put together your Florida estate plan, you may decide to create a relatively basic plan so that you do not run the risk of dying intestate, or without a will. While a will is an undeniably important part of any estate plan, you may have specific goals...
Where to look for possible defects in a home
When you find a house on the market that appears to be everything you are looking for, you should make sure the property actually matches your impression of it. Many sellers want their homes to look as good as possible, but sometimes they are also masking defects that...
Should you make a relative your executor?
An executor will handle the vast majority of your estate affairs after your death. For that reason, you certainly want to pick the best possible option available. Most people, perhaps including yourself, will lean toward selecting a relative to serve as executor. But...
What are some common probate disputes?
Whether you recently lost a loved one or are currently creating an estate plan, you may encounter the probate process. According to the American Bar Association, the probate process is designed to help settle an estate after someone passes. The process often includes...