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Estate Planning Tips for Same-Sex Couples in Florida
Same-sex couples often have circumstances that require special consideration when it comes to estate planning. Below are a few tips to help same-sex couples make sure they have an estate plan that covers all their needs: Don’t stop at a will: A last will and testament is a necessity, but it is not an end […]
Estate Plan Considerations for Same-Sex Couples
Although an estate plan is an important part of any individual’s financial affairs, same-sex couples may have additional considerations to keep in mind when planning for the future. Through a sound estate plan, these couples can handle both legal and non-legal issues so that they remain protected in case one party passes away. Legal considerations […]
Estate Tax Rules in Florida for Same-Sex Couples
After the U.S. Supreme Court struck down the Defense of Marriage Act (known as DOMA) in 2013, there were a lot of repercussions on other areas of law as well. One of those was estate taxes. With same-sex couples now getting married at much higher rates than before, the issues suddenly began to shift toward […]
Crafting an Estate Plan for Same-Sex Couples
Estate planning, while sometimes complex, is currently the only available tool for same-sex couples to ensure both partners receive what they need if one of them passes away. The state of Florida has a number of constitutional and statutory restrictions that prevent same-sex couples from receiving many of the protections heterosexual couples are able to […]