Post on Dec. 03, 2013

If your Florida Durable Power of Attorney is dated prior to October 1, 2011, you should strongly consider getting a new one! A Durable Power of Attorney is one of the most critical estate planning documents. A well-drafted durable power of attorney often saves clients and their families...

Post on Nov. 22, 2013

How Does the Affordable Care Act Impact Seniors? Part 2 of 2 Wayne CoulterFlorida Board Certified Wills, Trusts, and Estates Pre-Existing Conditions All health insurance carriers are prohibited from including pre-existing conditions clauses in their plans. They are also prohibited from charging...

Post on Nov. 14, 2013

How Does the Affordable Care Act Impact Seniors? Part 1 of 2 Wayne R. Coulter, Attorney at Law Since its passage in 2010, the Affordable Care Act has been the subject of debates and the cause of confusion. If you are wondering how the Act specifically affects those aged 65 and older, you’re not...

Post on Jun. 14, 2013

A Durable Power of Attorney is the most likely needed estate planning document in the near term for most clients. A well-drafted durable power of attorney often saves clients and their families considerable delay, inconvenience, expense and court involvement. In order to sign a durable power of...

Post on Apr. 19, 2010

The current news on estate and gift taxes is favorable. The State of Florida recently eliminated the Florida Estate Tax and effective January 1, 2009, there will be an exemption of $3,500,000.00 of assets subject to U.S. Estate Taxes. Additionally, assets passing to a surviving spouse that qualify...