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When considering your estate, it is important to remember that artwork is an important aspect of determining your estate’s overall value, which can result in considerable inheritance taxes.  Artwork is considered a non-revenue producing asset which can make financing taxes a greater challenge, especially when there is no prior planning.  The value of an art […]

This past week, the Florida Senate passed legislation (SB 494) protecting a person’s “digital assets” after death. The bill was unanimously okayed by Florida senators with a 36-0 vote and will now be sent to the Florida House. A similar bill was proposed last year, but did not pass after internet service providers stated it […]

When it comes to estate planning, many people have the idea that it is only for affluent families or the elderly. However, they are not the only ones who benefit from such planning. Estate planning will determine what happens to your assets and property upon your passing, and will also aid in planning for tax […]

A recent survey of over 2,000 married adults found that nearly 33% percent of couples do not have life insurance, and of those couples nearly half reported they would not be financially prepared if something were to happen to their spouse. Another recent online poll found that about 70% of adults with children under the […]

The lengthy and complex case of Zelman vs. Zelman has finally come to an end in Palm Beach County.  Attorneys representing Martin Zelman, a Long Island business man who slipped into dementia a few years ago, were able to facilitate a settlement between his children from his first marriage and his current wife, Lois Zelman. […]

Getting the entire family together can often be difficult due to geographic differences and timing, but the holidays serve as an opportunity to gather everyone in one place.  Although you and your siblings may live in different states and have “lives of your own,” as your parents age it is important to be on the […]

So many decisions are made at this time of life for your child. You both are going through some major adjustments as you send your son or daughter off to school, on a trip or off to work. So, in addition to the many things you have all ready order to Protect Your Family, here […]

Everyone eighteen years or older should complete some, if not all, of the actions outlined below. If you are married, it is essential that you protect your spouse as well as yourself. If you have minor children, it is negligent not to have these protective documents. For one who is elderly or seriously ill, time […]