by Carol Grant | Dec 22, 2025 | Estate Planning, Will
Choosing a guardian in Florida requires naming them in your will, building a trusted relationship with your child, and preparing everyone involved for the responsibility. Naming a guardian in your will is the legal foundation, but it is only part of the job. Courts...
by Carol Grant | Oct 31, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate, Will
Many Florida families worry about taxes when a parent leaves them property. Wondering what is the meaning of step-up in basis in plain English? It is a tax rule that can lower capital gains tax on inherited items like real estate or stocks by resetting the cost basis...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Sep 15, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Grief takes time. Debt questions can make it harder. In Florida, the probate process sets strict rules for creditor rights and deadlines. Resolving creditor claims in Florida probate starts with notice, timing, and proof. This page explains who must be told, how to...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Aug 12, 2025 | Estate Planning
Property taxes can climb fast and hit the wallet hard. The Florida Homestead Exemption offers real property tax relief for a primary home. It reduces the taxable value of a house, protects equity from many creditors, and helps families keep more cash each year. You...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Jul 14, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Dealing with out-of-state property can be stressful, especially after losing a loved one. In Florida, this often requires ancillary probate – a separate legal process for assets located in the state. This article explains what ancillary administration is, how it...
by Carol L. Grant, Esq. | Jul 14, 2025 | Estate Planning, Probate
Grief is heavy. Sorting out a house or land can feel even harder. This guide explains what happens to real property during the Florida probate process, from filing in probate court to asset distribution to heirs or a sale when needed. Families in Pembroke Pines, Fort...
