Just over 20% of the Florida population is over the age of 65. With such a large aging population, it is more important than ever for people to have frank conversations with their loved ones about preparing a will and other estate documents. One of these important documents is a healthcare surrogate form. This crucial designation is [...]
About 61% of employees prefer to work fully remote. With this trend towards hiring more remote workers, you may consider hiring remote workers for your business. However, before you take the plunge, there are a few legal considerations that you need to think about. 1. Applicable State Law Your business is located in one state, and [...]
You have a set of rules and regulations that you expect the community to live and abide by. However, your HOA is now facing opposition from a community member. If the situation can't be resolved, alternative dispute resolution (ADR) may be the answer. These paths to a resolution keep your disagreement and HOA out of [...]
Real estate litigation can quickly become a nightmare. In one particular case in South Florida, $84,000 in attorney fees were awarded. It is a significant investment to buy a property, and when ownership is on the line, people stand to lose big. Hiring a real estate attorney could help you perform the due diligence necessary [...]
About 49% of Americans under the age of 35 have a side hustle. It's the ideal way of creating extra income each month. For some, the hobby becomes successful and has the potential to become a viable business. Before you take the plunge, be sure to take these six steps. 1. Avoid Conflicts With Your [...]
About 35% of real estate deals have problems with the property's title. This makes title insurance a must-have when buying property. It is also why mortgage companies and lenders require title insurance when lending to real estate buyers. For many people, a title search and insurance are just one of the many steps included in [...]
Recent world events have inspired more people to create a will. About 32% of Americans aged 18 to 34 created a will solely because of Covid-19. However, this still leaves the majority of people without a will. It doesn't matter how young you are; you need to have an estate plan containing both a will [...]
With billions contributed to Florida's economy each year, Florida commercial real estate is big business. As a business, signing a commercial lease can be a competitive venture. As a result, real estate investors are looking to make the most of their property with leases that are most favorable to them. As a potential tenant, you [...]
Despite the devastating world events of 2020, the formation of online businesses has soared. As more and more people turn to the internet as a source of income, legal requirements have become more important. However, starting an online business is more complicated than creating a website and selling products. This guide will explain five crucial [...]
About 1.6 million charitable organizations operate in the United States. They range in purpose, but all have one thing in common. They are registered in the state where they operate, and they have applied for tax-exempt status through an IRS 501(c)(3) Application. This guide will walk you through the process of starting your own charity [...]
