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...
Who is responsible for handling an estate? Whether or not you have a validly executed Will, your estate will go through Probate to the extent that you die owning assets in your name. “Probate” is the legal process through which a deceased...
Is the executor or administrator of a will entitled to be paid? Whether or not you have a validly executed Will, your estate will go through Probate to the extent that you die owning assets in your name. “Probate” is the legal process through which...
What happens if the executor of a will fails to perform his or her duty? Whether or not you have a validly executed Will, your estate will go through Probate to the extent that you die owning assets in your name. “Probate” is the legal process...
If I Am Named as Executor in a Will, Do I Have to Serve? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 19, 2015 [BEGIN TRANSCRIPT] BARRY HAIMO: If you’re named in a will as executor or personal representative in Florida, you do not have to serve. You are not obligated to serve. That...