When you face the prospect of foreclosure, it’s important to understand your rights. Not only will it help you move forward, but it can also help ease a great deal of anxiety. When You’re Served Foreclosure Court Papers If a lender starts a foreclosure lawsuit against you, you’ll receive court papers. Typically, the sheriff will [...]
When you pass on, a probate judge appoints an executor to your will. It’s normally someone you’ve already nominated, but the judge has the final say as to who will act during the probate process. Beside an executor’s personal obligations toward you, he or she has a legal responsibility to your estate, beneficiaries, and creditors. [...]
There’s that saying about good fences and good neighbors that you’ve probably heard, and for the most part, it rings true. But what happens when a property line, fence or tree issue results in a neighborly argument? Most disputes are easy enough to work through. Yet some turn ugly quickly. Whether it’s a matter of [...]
Small business owners know that running a business in Florida can be a complex matter. It all depends on the services or goods you offer and how the business is structured. No matter how easy or difficult it seems in theory, there is a web of legal issues to consider as a Florida small business [...]
Despite its name, a Florida buyout agreement isn’t about buying or selling a company. Rather, it’s a binding contract drawn up between business partners detailing future ownership of the company. It’s one of the strongest ways to define how the business will be transferred in the event of disability or death. What to Include in [...]
A power of attorney (POA) is a legally binding document that someone designates to someone else, called the agent. The purpose is for the agent to act on the persons’ behalf to make decisions on certain important matters. Different Types of Power of Attorney There are a few different types of power of attorney, and [...]
When you create a valid will, you get the opportunity to give your property to whomever you wish. There are a few limitations. For instance, if you die without a will, your surviving spouse must share the property with your children. With a will, you can choose to leave your property to your spouse entirely. [...]
As a business owner, you’ll be faced with numerous important decisions, and that includes what business structure to form. In America, you have the choice to form a limited liability company (LLC). What Is An LLC? An LLC is a type of business that combines a number of features of partnership and corporation structures, but [...]
Florida, the Sunshine State, is the third-largest in the nation in terms of population and boasts miles upon miles of glamorous cities, beaches, and no state income tax. With more than 19 million residents, there are plenty of entrepreneurs in the state wondering what it takes to start a business. While there is some red [...]
If you’re considering moving your business from an LLC to a corporation, the process in Florida is relatively simple. But conversions frequently come with tax implications, which is why it’s a good idea to consult an experienced attorney before you convert your business. Why Would You Change Your Business Entity? Converting your company from [...]
