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Consider Non-Family Member as Successor Trustee
Rarick & Bowden Gold

One of the most important decisions a baseball manager must make is his batting order – it can mean the difference between a win or loss. (We will not digress to the Marlin’s management decisions – although this is tempting.) One of the most important decisions you can make for your estate plan is your…

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Beware of Creditor Harassment Upon Death of Your Spouse or Family Member
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By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq. and Jacqueline R. Bowden, Esq. In Florida, when you die, your debts remain in your estate – and are not transferred to a surviving spouse or family member. However, this simple legal concept does not stop some creditors from harassing the surviving spouse or a family member into payment of…

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7 Point Legal Checklist for Same Sex Couples:  Critical Action Items To Review Now
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By Phillip B. Rarick, Esq. and Jacqueline R. Bowden, Esq. For same-sex couples living in Florida, now is the time to take full advantage of rights long delayed to make sure that your spouse or partner is cared for come rain or shine. Here is a checklist of some of the most important action items.…

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What Is A Living Will (It is Not a Will)
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By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Trust Attorney A Living Will is not a will and it is not a living trust. It is simply detailed, legally binding instructions to your physician that you do not want to be maintained in a persistent vegetative state if there is zero possibility of recovery. The term “living will”…

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What Is A Living Trust- And What Are the Benefits?
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Special Note

The information on this blog is of a general nature and is not intended to answer any individual’s legal questions. Do not rely on information presented herein to address your individual legal concerns. If you have a legal question about your individual facts and circumstances, you should consult an experienced Miami trust attorney. Your receipt of information from this website or blog does not create an attorney-client relationship and the legal privileges inherent therein.

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Deadline for Annual Gifting is December 31; Consider Gifting Trust
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By Phillip B. Rarick, Miami Trust Attorney You have a valuable tax benefit from the IRS, but the deadline for taking advantage of this benefit is December 31. The IRS allows you to gift $14,000 per recipient each year tax free; if married, you can gift $28,000 per person. Example: If you are married and…

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9  Key Benefits Available to Florida Same-Sex Couples: U.S. Supreme Court Clears Way For Critical State Benefits Effective January 6
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By Jacqueline R. Bowden, Esq. and Phillip B. Rarick, Esq. Same-sex marriage will likely be legal in Florida beginning January 6 as a result of a historic 7-2 ruling by the U.S. Supreme Court yesterday, December 19. This ruling, denying Attorney General Pam Bondi’s request to extend a stay preventing the state from recognizing the…

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7 Point Checklist for Pre-Divorce Planning
Rarick & Bowden Gold

First, let’s hope you don’t need this. But, if you do, here is a checklist of key estate planning items that should be considered prior to filing a petition for dissolution of marriage: Note: This is a partial list of key items. Invariably there are other considerations. Consult your estate planning attorney. 1. Revise living…

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Estate Planning For Florida Same Sex Partners or Spouses: What You Should Know About TBE Delaware LLC’s
Rarick & Bowden Gold

Introduction Florida same-sex partners and same gender couples who were legally married in a state outside of Florida and have now moved to Florida should consider using a TBE (Tenants by Entireties) Delaware LLC to own Florida real estate or intangible property. Here is why. Strategy An important asset protection strategy available to married persons…

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