Who Is Responsible for Handling an Estate? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. January 31, 2022 [BEGIN TRANSCRIPTION] HAIMO: Whether or not a person dies with or without a will, a personal representative will be appointed to move the estate. However, the personal...
By: Cristin Gerczak. Esq. September 28, 2021 Protecting your family and assets means understanding estate planning documents and the designated fiduciaries that are a part of your plan. Knowing you’re in control supports your peace of mind. One common misconception...
The Importance of Designating an Alternate Personal Representative By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. September 20, 2021 When planning your estate, determining who to name as a personal representative is incredibly important. I can also be challenging. Since personal...
Cristin Gerczak, Esq. August, 24, 2021 You want to be a responsible person and prepare an estate plan to protect your loved ones. Part of this process is to choose someone that will serve as your Personal Representative. Your Personal Representative is the person...
If a Person Lives Out of the Area, Can They Still Be Named an Executor? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. February 25, 2021 [BEGIN TRANSCRIPT] BARRY HAIMO: A person can be named executor or a personal representative in Florida under a will. It generally requires you to live in...
What Qualities Should I Look for When I Choose an Executor? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. February 25, 2021 {BEGIN TRANSCRIPT] BARRY HAIMO: In designating an executor or personal representative in Florida, you should look for someone that not only do you trust, but that is...