Category Archives: Legal and Financial

Aging Parents: Can I Be a Guardian?

Aging Parents: Can I Be a Guardian?

If you are 18 years of age or older and have not been convicted of a felony, the short answer is most likely yes – but - guardianship is the option of last resort for seniors in Florida. Alternatives to guardianship are available that can save time, money, and relationships if the senior person assigns…

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Senior Scams: What to Know

Senior Scams: What to Know

It seems like hardly a day passes that we don’t hear another story about a senior losing their life savings to a scammer. From phone calls requesting money to endless emails with “Click here” enticements, senior scams are persistent. No matter where you live, or how old you are, fraud can happen in an instant.…

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Trust Funding: Back to Basics

Trust Funding: Back to Basics

Establishing a living trust without funding it is a lot like buying a house and then not furnishing it, or buying a car and not putting fuel in it. What’s the point? Your Estate Planning Attorney can draft a comprehensive revocable living trust with a pour-over will to help you avoid probate and plan for…

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Keeping the Kids Engaged – Free Local Summer Activities

Keeping the Kids Engaged – Free Local Summer Activities

Whether you are a grandparent raising grandchildren or a first-time parent, keeping kids engaged during the summer can feel like a full-time job. Most kids, including those with special needs, thrive on routine. You’ve all worked hard throughout the school year and deserve some time off with fun summer activities! If you want your kids…

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