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Estate planning in Florida isn’t just about money—it’s about caring for the people you love. Attorney Jamie Cuzmar highlights the importance of choosing the right decision‑makers, planning for children’s guardianship, and creating a plan that keeps your family protected and at peace.

Florida probate is the legal process of transferring a deceased person’s assets, paying debts, and honoring their wishes. This guide explains how probate works in Seminole County, common delays, and ways to make the process smoother through planning, organization, and professional legal guidance.

What happens to your debt after death in Florida? Learn how probate handles your debts, how different assets are treated, when family might be affected, and how to protect your estate through proactive estate planning.

This guide explains Florida's probate process, including costs, timelines, and common mistakes. It covers how assets are handled, when probate is required, and strategies like trusts and Lady Bird deeds to help families avoid delays and expenses.

This guide covers key updates for Florida estate plans, from marriage and divorce to guardianship and beneficiary designations. Learn how to protect your assets and family with smart planning.

Attorney Jamie Cuzmar explains key estate planning concepts in Florida, including the benefits of trusts over wills, when to start planning, and how to avoid common DIY mistakes that can create legal and tax issues.

Attorney Jamie Cuzmar shares how his background in telecom and customer service led him to estate planning, where he focuses on building trust, offering emotional support, and creating customized legal solutions that give clients peace of mind.

Unmarried couples in Florida face unique challenges when it comes to estate planning. This comprehensive guide explains how to protect your partner, property, and legacy—even without a marriage license.

Trusts are a powerful estate planning tool, but choosing the right one matters. In this guide, we break down the key differences between revocable vs an irrevocable trusts, how each works in Florida, and which one may be right for your family’s goals.

A Power of Attorney (POA) ensures someone you trust can make legal or financial decisions if you can’t. This guide walks you through how to get a valid POA in Florida, what types exist, and why it’s a crucial part of your estate plan.

Whether you’re a parent protecting your kids, a retiree planning for the future, or someone who just wants clarity about the unknowns—estate planning is for you.

For many Florida residents, especially homeowners looking for a simple and cost-effective way to pass on property, a Lady Bird Deed is an ideal solution. It avoids probate, protects your homestead, allows for Medicaid planning, and keeps you in control.

Whether you're just starting your estate plan or revisiting it after a life change, understanding the difference between wills and trusts is critical. Each tool has strengths—and sometimes the best approach is a combination of both.

A beneficiary designation involves naming the person who will directly receive an asset in the event of the death of its owner.

Revocable trusts, which are sometimes referred to as revocable living trusts, offer many benefits with the primary one being the ability to control your assets during your lifetime. Of course, the other main benefit is the ability to dissolve the trust if and when necessary. There are, of course,...