Is Your Florida Vacation Home a Good Candidate for an Enhanced Life Estate?
Owning a vacation home or an investment property in Florida can be a source of joy, and sometimes stress, especially when it comes to estate planning. One tool that homeowners often consider is an Enhanced Life Estate Deed (also known as a Lady Bird Deed). But is your second home or...
Digital Estate Planning in 2025: Protecting Crypto, Social Media & Online Accounts in Florida
We live more and more of our lives online—and yet, many estate plans are still stuck in the analog world. Whether it’s cryptocurrency, cloud-stored family photos, a business YouTube channel, or just your email and social media accounts,...
Enhanced Life Estate Deeds and Conflict Resolution
Estate planning can be a sensitive subject, especially when it involves family members and valuable assets like real estate. In Florida, enhanced life estate deeds (commonly called "Lady Bird deeds") offer a flexible option for passing property outside of probate. However, as with any estate planning tool, there is potential for...
Comparison of Enhanced Life Estate Deeds and Traditional Life Estates
When planning for the future, especially in terms of passing on property, it's essential to understand the legal options available to ensure a smooth transition of assets. Two common tools used in Florida estate planning are the traditional life estate and the enhanced life estate deed (often called a “Lady...