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Negotiating for the commercial lease you want
Commercial leases are one of the most difficult contracts to negotiate for an organization. Unlike residential laws, the protections in place favor landlords over tenants. Landlords also often use industry jargon and other confusing terms to make it more difficult for tenants to understand what they are agreeing to when they sign. When they do us ...
What does it mean for your property to escheat?
If you die without a will, the court appoints an administrator to handle your estate. Part of the administrator's responsibility is to distribute your property to your family members according to the laws of intestate succession. However, as Florida Statutes explain, if you die with no will and there is no one close to you entitled to inherit, you ...
Dividing Retirement Accounts in a Divorce
Most states in the country, including Florida, are equitable distribution states, meaning that assets acquired during marriage are considered marital property and divided equitably, or fairly, in a divorce. What many people do not realize is that marital assets include all contributions made to retirement funds during marriage, even though retireme ...
What Should I Look For in a Reliable and Capable Trustee?
The choice of a trustee is typically based on the degree of confidence you have that the individual will always prioritize your family's well-being. Your heirs may rely upon the income generated from the assets held in your family trust for many decades into the future. To reflect a sound choice regarding a trust involving real estate, your truste ...