Trust Representation Under Florida’s Trust Code By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. January 22, 2021 When most people in our state think of a “representative,” they likely imagine a personal representative — the individual who handles another’s affairs...
By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 19, 2015 Is an Estate Tax Imposed by Both the Federal and State Governments? [BEGIN TRANSCRIPTION] In some states, you will pass away and be subject to both federal and state estate tax. However, in Florida, you will only be subject to...
The Top Five Benefits of Trusts By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. March 21, 2022 [BEGIN TRANSCRIPTION] HAIMO: Hi welcome back to Haimo. I’m glad to see you returned for a crash course on trusts. Here’s the big picture. A trust is an incredibly valuable and versatile...
By: Barry E. Haimo, Esq. May 18, 2015 Are There Techniques Available to Avoid or Reduce Estate Taxes? [BEGINÂ TRANSCRIPT] HAIMO: There are many techniques that you can utilize to avoid or reduce estate tax liability. The threshold for estate tax liability changes...
Probate: Beast or Burden I said it before, and I’ll say it again: probate is time consuming, expensive and unpredictable. It presses a lot of emotional pressure points that can really be a terrible burden on your family. I’ve seen it both...
