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...
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 Makes Someone a Good Personal Representative — and Why Do You Need One? By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. October 29, 2020 Choosing a good personal representative, also known as an executor, is vitally important. But how do you find the right person for the role to ensure...
5 Reasons to Love Trusts 1. Avoids Probate – Trusts own property in its name instead of your name. Remember that property can include everything you own (Learn more here). As a result of retitling your property into the name of your trust,...
