Monthly Archives: August 2025
Can Deathbed Will Changes Be Made in Florida?
A last will and testament is a core estate planning document. Many people revise their will over the course of their lifetime. You may be wondering: Are deathbed changes to a will binding in Florida? The short answer is “it depends.” These revisions can be valid, but they must be done in writing by… Read More »
Why Do People Try So Hard to Avoid Probate in Florida?
Probate is the court-supervised process through which a person’s estate is finalized. You have probably heard from other people that probate is something to be avoided. This raises an important question: Why do people try so hard to avoid probate? The short answer is that probate can be a complicated, time-consuming, costly, and even… Read More »
Three Tips for Talking to Your Family About Estate Planning
Estate planning can be a difficult thing to think about. For many people, it is a conversation with their family that they are dreading. You may recognize that it is important, but you may be uncomfortable raising the issue. It is a common problem. At Fisher & Wilsey, P.A., we are strong, experienced estate… Read More »
Do I Need to Declare My Old Will Null and Void When Writing a New One?
A survey from Gallup found that fewer than half of American adults have a valid will. That may understate the estate planning gap. Some people who do have a will have a document that is seriously out of date. If you are ready to revise your will, you may be wondering: How do I… Read More »
