Welcome to the blog of Karen Estry, where you’ll find helpful legal insights and updates on Estates, Wills, Trusts, and Probate law. Whether you’re planning for the future, navigating the probate process, or exploring your legal options, these articles are designed to provide clarity and guidance for families across Altamonte Springs and Central Florida.
A lady bird deed is an essential tool to consider when estate planning. Also referred to as an enhanced life estate deed, this instrument can allow you to transfer ownership of your home to your beneficiaries when you pass while remaining in full con…
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It’s important for beneficiaries and those who are beginning the process of estate planning to understand the tax implications that can come with inheriting an asset in Florida. While there is no Florida inheritance tax (unless the decedent’s ass…
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When planning for the future, deciding between a will and a trust is one of the most important steps you can take. Both documents allow you to direct how your assets are handled after your death, but they work in very different ways. Choosing the rig…
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“Love your parents. We are so busy growing up, we often forget they are also growing old.” – Anonymous I do not know who spoke those words, but I think of them often when working with adult children and their parents. One of the joys of being a…
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Do you really need a will if you have a trust? Taking that first step to make an estate plan often comes with questions. Which is better, a trust or a will? I want a will, do I need a trust? Do you really need a will if you have a trust? I do not hav…
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When families face tough decisions about caring for a loved one who can no longer manage their own physical, mental, social, and financial well-being, knowing how to move forward can feel overwhelming. In these situations, Florida guardianship may pr…
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