Was wondering if it is wise to put granddaughters name on with her father on a Lady Bird Deed for my home?

regardless of their ages if/when they inherit via any kind of life estate (lady bird is enhanced life estate deed), it's almost inevitable that...

What should I do if i had property damage while the car was in the tow yard

One option is to tell your insurer about it and let them repair it. You will have to spend up to your deductible, but your insurer would help you...

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I am buying a house with a significant other.The loan is in his name but we both pay for it out of same bank account.

Tell him to finalize the divorce. There are estate planning surprises lurking that you would really not be happy to learn about the hard way.

Can the insured specify how the beneficiaries can use the life insurance amounts payable under death of the insured?

There are other benefits to using an Inheritance Trust, too, besides keeping your ex's hands off the money. First, it's best to leave all assets...

What time frame should I expect for a settlement?

The short answer is: it takes as long as it takes to get the other side to settle. But that is not a complete answer, especially in cases...

Re-convey property deeded by Lady Bird Deed

If you call your title insurer ahead of time, they may be able to tell you the way they would prefer that you do this to preserve the chain and the...

Punitive Damages sought in open and shut case

You need to wait until you have record evidence showing a reasonable basis to amend and add punis. If the defendant admits your allegations in...

How do I give my house to my son in the event of my passing without him having to go into probate? Is a will a good way?

Carol Johnson, who responded to your post, is not too far away. Go see her about your options. There are options using trusts, life estates,...

I have 20% equity in a business. The majority shareholders (parents) need me to cosign so that they can get loan. I'm concerned

The only way to fix the current value of your shares is to sell the shares or to buy an option to sell (put) your shares. Otherwise, the ups and...

My dog got out of my yard and he attacked a neighbor's dog and almost killed the other dog. I offered to pay half of the vet

I think Florida is also one of the few states that allows claims for emotional distress to pet owners, so you may end up needing to put your...