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Let’s Resolve to Review Your Estate Plan in 2025

January 1, 2025 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Let’s Resolve to Review Your Estate Plan in 2025

Let’s Resolve to Review Your Estate Plan in 2025 The new year provides a timely opportunity to review your plan and ensure that life changes—such as marriages, divorces, or new (more…)

Legally Speaking

The Emotional Tug-of-war Over Family Heirlooms

December 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on The Emotional Tug-of-war Over Family Heirlooms

Thanksgiving may be the time to begin a family discussion about favorite family items and wishes for the future. The holidays may be a time for thanks and reflection, but (more…)

Legally Speaking

Debunking Common Misconceptions 

November 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Debunking Common Misconceptions 

About Wills Did you know that the majority of Americans do not have a will? It’s true! The number of US households with a will has been steadily declining. But (more…)

Legally Speaking

In Honor of Halloween Celebrity Estate and Probate Nightmares

October 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on In Honor of Halloween Celebrity Estate and Probate Nightmares

Many believe a substantial portfolio is necessary for an estate plan, but your most valuable asset is your autonomy over your own decisions. About 9 years ago, I had a (more…)

Legally Speaking

Are You a Millennial or a Parent of a Millennial?

September 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Are You a Millennial or a Parent of a Millennial?

Not having an estate plan is a failure to launch.  The time to plan is now!  Here’s a quick guide to key estate planning steps tailored to all millennials out (more…)

Legally Speaking

In Honor of April- My Tax Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Estate Taxes?

April 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on In Honor of April- My Tax Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Estate Taxes?

True or False:Estate or Inheritance Tax in Florida is higher than the national average. False.Thankfully, there is no state inheritance tax in Florida.  True or False: If you inherit money (more…)

Legally Speaking

Can I Disinherit My Spouse?

March 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Can I Disinherit My Spouse?

Believe it or not, it isn’t easy to disinherit your spouse. You can’t cut your spouse out of your estate unless they agree in a Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreement. Even (more…)

Legally Speaking

Estate Planning Lessons We Learned from U.S. Presidents

February 1, 2024 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Estate Planning Lessons We Learned from U.S. Presidents

February 19, 2024, is President’s Day.  This is a great time to learn some lessons from our forefathers’ estate planning experiences. George Washington: Lessons for a Blended Family Washington, a (more…)

Legally Speaking

Can I Use a Computer or AI to Write My Will?

December 31, 2023 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Can I Use a Computer or AI to Write My Will?

For many, a New Year’s Resolution may be to finally create your “Estate Plan.” You might be curious about using artificial intelligence “AI” or platforms such as Legal Zoom, Rocket (more…)

Legally Speaking

Lottery Dream or Financial Nightmare: How to Make Your Jackpot Last

December 1, 2023 Andrea Jakob Comments Off on Lottery Dream or Financial Nightmare: How to Make Your Jackpot Last

One of my New Year’s resolutions is to win the Lottery, which I am sure is the goal of many. What do we need to know if we win? Edwin (more…)

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Night Out On a Budget Local Date Ideas That Don’t Require a Big Check 

5 Things You Might Not Know About Davie

Nicklaus Children’s New Davie Specialty Center Enhances Care Access for Broward Families

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