A requirement of selling real estate is disclosing or revealing potentially unattractive information about the property. For example, if the roof had a nasty leak, you must inform potential buyers, even if you had it repaired. Disclosure requirements ensure that those...
It’s Your Legal Right & Our Priority
It’s Your Legal Right & Our Priority
Year: 2022
How does property division play out in a Florida divorce?
It’s a common assumption that everything a husband and wife own is divided equally after a divorce. While there is some truth to this popular belief, property division in Florida is not always 50/50. Either spouse can end up with more marital assets than the other....
Why do you need a trust in your estate plan?
A trust is a legal arrangement whereby you give another party the right to manage your property and other assets for the benefit of others. Trusts serve a wide variety of purposes, depending on how they’re established. A common misconception about trusts is that you...
2 forms of seller financing that can help when the market softens
The vast majority of home purchases involve mortgages. A bank or specialized lending institution extends up-front financing on behalf of a buyer that meets specific credit and employment criteria. A smaller subset of individuals purchasing homes may be able to make...
When can child custody orders be modified?
When the court determines how custody is shared, the orders issued by the judge are not permanent. If circumstances change and the children's welfare is in doubt, it is possible to modify the parenting plan to reflect the situation on the ground. There are two ways a...
The importance of advanced healthcare directives
Advanced healthcare directives are essential to planning for future issues we might hope we never have to deal with. Too often, people put off creating these documents until it's too late. If you have a loved one who is terminally ill, or if you are in a situation...
How to discuss powers of attorney with your aging parent
It can be difficult to talk with your aging parent about naming a power of attorney. You may feel like you are pressuring them or that they will be offended. However, it is important to have this conversation sooner rather than later. We will discuss why you need to...
How to tell your adult children you’re divorcing
Now that the kids have left the nest, you and your spouse have decided to get a divorce. You haven’t been happy in the last few years and neither has your spouse, as evidenced by the affair that they had last year. Knowing that you will have to address this with your...
What can dads do to boost their opportunity for more custody?
As a father, you may worry that the mother of your children will have a better opportunity to seek the custody schedule that she wants. You may worry that the court will side with a woman and give her more time with your children than you, hindering your relationship...
Tips to help your kids cope with divorce
Divorce is hard. It’s challenging for the two people who are splitting up and especially challenging for children. As you transition into life after a divorce, your kids may face some new challenges. Some tips to help your children cope with your divorce and...