Do I need to register with the State of Florida ?

I recommend qualifying your Delaware LLC to do business in Florida. Check the Florida Secretary of State's website to find out how to do it and...

A friend of mine unofficially named me godmother of his child. He is currently incarcerated. How do I get legal guardianship?

You will need to file an lawsuit to get custody of your godchild in the county of his residence. I highly recommend that you use a lawyer to do so.

I am executor of my mom's will which states if I die my brother will be executor. can I draw up a will that changes that?

You seem to be asking two different things - 1) can you change the successor executor in your mothers will, and 2) can you name a contingent...

How can I minimize taxes on the sale of a house left in a will?

When someone dies, the assets in his or her estate get a step-up in basis to the fair market value on the date of death. This means that if the...

Tax Question:

Provided the values you used are reasonable, you should be able to deduct the entire amount.

I have a followup question to Ms. Koslyn's response re: creating an LLC with partners I bought property with 4 years ago.

The LLC is only liable for the loan if the manager of the LLC signed the promissory note. You can transfer the loan to the LLC without the consent...

You can sell your house for one dollar, but the difference between the fair market value of the house and the $1 is considered a gift, for which...

Are Probate cases a matter of public record?

They would in the court records of the county in which decedent resided at the time of his or her death. Some records may be available online, but...

Can i decide who to leave guardianship to

While it is not binding on the court, the best way to name a successor guardian is in a valid last will and testament. I recommend seeing a lawyer...

Is it legal to marry?

Yes, a power of attorney cannot be used to prevent someone from marrying.