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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...

4 Ways to Protect Your Real Estate from Creditors

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...

what should i know before i sign a contract for my business

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...

Is a Verbal Contract Enforceable Under Florida Law

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...

structuring your business

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...

pass-through

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,...

elective share

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...

Retirement accounts

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...

debts

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...

inheritance

3 Steps to Take When You Receive an Inheritance

You may be uncertain what to do when you are notified that you will receive an inheritance. The probate process can be complex and confusing,...