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...
Florida Executor Fees: How Much Does an Executor Get Paid? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. July 12, 2021 How do Florida executor fees work? How much does an executor get paid, if at all? Here’s an overview of the topic. [BEGIN TRANSCRIPTION] BARRY HAIMO: An executor or...
Can I Appoint the Same Person as Personal Representative, Trustee, and Guardian? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. April 16, 2021 [VIDEO TRANSCRIPT] BARRY HAIMO: In Florida, you may appoint the same person, persons, or entity as executor—or personal representative in...
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...
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...
