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What Happens If My Will Is Lost Or Misplaced?
March 2, 2020 - Professional Services
Although most of our important documents are now digital, wills remain surprisingly “analog.” What we mean by this is that after a person dies, a Florida court typically needs to see an original, signed copy of a will that has been witnessed by at least two other people. A digital or photocopy is generally not …
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Should I Set up a Trust for my Pet?
October 23, 2019 - Professional Services
For many Florida residents, their top estate planning priority is providing for their spouse or children. But what about your pet? After all, it is not unusual for an animal to outlive their human master. Indeed, certain common pets such as parrots can live for decades. So what is the best way to ensure your …
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The Florida Homestead Exemption & Your Estate Plan
August 30, 2019 - Professional Services
Florida law provides special protection from creditor claims for a person’s “homestead,” i.e., their primary residence. These protections even extend beyond death. That is to say, when a Florida resident dies, they can pass their primary residence on to their heirs at law–usually a spouse or child–and the decedent’s creditors cannot touch the property. Appeals …
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National Women’s Small Business Month
August 30, 2019 - Professional Services
October is National Women’s Small Business Month, a time to celebrate the growth and accomplishments of female entrepreneurs and the vital role they play in our economy. Living Local is proud to celebrate our leading women in our Southwest Florida Community! Katrine Farag, DMD Advanced Dentistry of Fort Myers Deanna …
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Estate Planning With Kuhn Law Firm, P.A.
June 21, 2019 - Professional Services
When most people think about creating an estate plan, they consider tasks like drafting a will or signing a power of attorney. But here’s one critical step you probably would never associate with estate planning–keeping track of your passwords. And even more importantly, making sure your future personal representative or agent can access those passwords …
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Proper Prep Nets Nearly Free College Education
May 1, 2019 - Professional Services
It might be summer and thoughts of the next school year far away, however, if you are a parent of a high school student now is the time to plan for your child’s college education. College Admission The evening news has been punctuated as of late with stories of scandal, cheating, fraud and bribery in …
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Cleaning Up Your Curb Appeal With Window Genie
October 30, 2018 - Home Improvement, Professional Services
One-Stop Shop for Homeowners With the rainy season complete and the holidays just around the corner, now is the time to shake off the dust—on your home. To help you get those hard to reach spots like windows and gutters, Window Genie has opened its doors in Southwest Florida and the business is ready to …
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Best Home Services Employee Spotlight: Juan Moreno
March 29, 2018 - Home Improvement, Professional Services
Best Home Services, Southwest Florida’s leading home service company providing exceptional air conditioning, electrical, and plumbing services to residents from Naples to Bradenton for the last 38 years, is pleased to recognize HVAC technician Juan Moreno and his 8 years of service with the company. Juan started his story with Best Home Services as an …
