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Mossy Head Residents, consider several factors when selecting a lawyer including their experience, expertise, and reputation. AV Rated Attorneys represent a distinguished group of lawyers who have received top ratings from their peers for their exceptional ethical standards and an A grade (4.5 or higher).

Fleet, Smith & Freeman

4.8
60 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers1 award

  • Fleet, Smith & Freeman is a general practice law firm committed to delivering creative, effective solutions to even the most complex legal challenges. Located in Shalimar, Florida,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersBusiness Law, Litigation, and 4 more

H. Bart Fleet Esq.
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Cranford Law, PL

4.9
79 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer3 awards

  • Resourceful, dedicated, and responsive real estate and business attorney serving The Emerald Coast. Ready to assist you with your disputes, projects, or other issues.

  • Estate Planning LawyersAdministrative Hearings and Appeals, Administrative Law, and 96 more

Jeremy Cranford
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Goodwin Law Group, P.A.

4.5
33 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 3 lawyers2 awards

  • Our lawyers are well-versed in legal matters such as contract disputes, construction litigation, buyer/seller claims, boundary disputes, encroachments, zoning, land use concerns,... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate and Trust, Construction Litigation, and 10 more

Trey Goodwin
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Law Office of Zachary T. Magaha

4.9
17 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • I have the wisdom and skill to assist you with comprehensive estate planning, real estate and bankruptcy counsel. By working closely with you, I tailor my representation to meet ... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Asset Protection, and 26 more

Zachary Magaha
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Anchors Smith Grimsley

4.5
40 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Serving the Community Since 1961

  • Estate Planning LawyersBanking Law, Corporate Law, and 21 more

Steven Bauman
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William V. Linne, Attorney at Law

5.0
1 Review

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer1 award

  • Trust, Estate, Tax, and Business Planning in Pensacola, FL. Including Commercial and Residential Real Property, Business Law and Transactional Business

  • Estate Planning LawyersTax Law, Trusts, and 7 more

William V. Linne
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Matthews & Matthews Attorneys at Law

4.5
44 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 9 lawyers2 awards

  • Firm established in 1983 and has provided over 35 years of service to clients on the emerald coast.

  • Estate Planning LawyersCivil Litigation, Criminal Litigation, and 15 more

Dawn E. Stuntz
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Lisa Jo Spencer, P.A.

4.3
20 Reviews

  • Serving Mossy Head, FL and Walton County, Florida

  • Law Firm with 1 lawyer2 awards

  • Caring, Competent Probate Support in the Florida PanhandleOur MissionAt the law firm of Lisa Jo Spencer, P.A., our mission is to help you successfully navigate the legal... Read More

  • Estate Planning LawyersProbate, Guardianships, and 2 more

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Commonly Asked Estate Planning Questions From Users Near You

This information is not legal advice and is not guaranteed to be correct, complete or up-to-date. It is provided for general informational purposes only. If you need legal advice you should consult a licensed attorney in your area.

What happens to the house if I die?

Dara J. Goldsmith
Answered by attorney Dara J. Goldsmith
Estate Planning lawyer at Goldsmith & Guymon, P.C.
That is a complicated question. You should sit down with an attorney to address establishing an estate plan that may include a Trust. Some of the issues you will need to address if how has the home been paid for, monthly payments, etc. What is the total value of the probate estate? In Nevada if less than $100,000 then it all goes to the surviving spouse even if you leave a Will stating otherwise. Do you need a trust to protect yourself and your family. What interest do you want your husband to have? What is he entitled to? Better to sort this out before something happens and the two sides of the family end up in court. This information is only intended to give general information in response to an inquiry. It does not establish an attorney client relationship. This response is only based upon the limited facts presented and is merely intended to assist you in determining if you should contact an attorney to provide you with legal advice.
That is a complicated question. You should sit down with an attorney to address establishing an estate plan that may include a Trust. Some of the issues you will need to address if how has the home been paid for, monthly payments, etc. What is the total value of the probate estate? In Nevada if less than $100,000 then it all goes to the surviving spouse even if you leave a Will stating otherwise. Do you need a trust to protect yourself and your family. What interest do you want your husband to have? What is he entitled to? Better to sort this out before something happens and the two sides of the family end up in court. This information is only intended to give general information in response to an inquiry. It does not establish an attorney client relationship. This response is only based upon the limited facts presented and is merely intended to assist you in determining if you should contact an attorney to provide you with legal advice.
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Should the deed be an Enhanced Life Estate Deed?

Christopher Kennedy Caswell
Answered by attorney Christopher Kennedy Caswell (Unclaimed Profile)
Estate Planning lawyer at Christopher K. Caswell, P.A.
I don't think it will solve the problem that you have.  A life estate deed vests title in your mother and the remainder (on her death) to you.  This is similar to a trust in that sense.  So your mother would still need to sign off on any improvements.  But I don't understand what the problem is with her signing an application. Better yet, depending on the terms of the trust, she might be able to appoint you as a special trustee, or delegate trustee authority to you for that purpose.  You could also try to see if the building department would accept a power of attorney from her appointing you with authority to deal with the house. This raises several other larger questions as to whether this set up provides the optimal tax benefits and asset protection.  You might want to have your mother have her trust and estate plan reviewed by her counsel. This is specific to Florida law and does not constitute legal advice as the facts presented are anonymous and incomplete. This is intended for general education only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. This should not be relied on and you must seek your own attorney client relationship.
I don't think it will solve the problem that you have.  A life estate deed vests title in your mother and the remainder (on her death) to you.  This is similar to a trust in that sense.  So your mother would still need to sign off on any improvements.  But I don't understand what the problem is with her signing an application. Better yet, depending on the terms of the trust, she might be able to appoint you as a special trustee, or delegate trustee authority to you for that purpose.  You could also try to see if the building department would accept a power of attorney from her appointing you with authority to deal with the house. This raises several other larger questions as to whether this set up provides the optimal tax benefits and asset protection.  You might want to have your mother have her trust and estate plan reviewed by her counsel. This is specific to Florida law and does not constitute legal advice as the facts presented are anonymous and incomplete. This is intended for general education only and does not create an attorney-client relationship. This should not be relied on and you must seek your own attorney client relationship.
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What if there is no will and no trust and you pass away?

Terry Lynn Garrett
Answered by attorney Terry Lynn Garrett
Estate Planning lawyer at The Garrett Law Firm, PLLC
The estate must still be settled, whether through an Affidavit of Heirship, a Small Estate Affidavit or a formal administration.  Talk with a local probate attorney to determine which works best in this situation.
The estate must still be settled, whether through an Affidavit of Heirship, a Small Estate Affidavit or a formal administration.  Talk with a local probate attorney to determine which works best in this situation.
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