Monthly Archives: June 2026
What is the Difference Between a First Party Special Needs Trust and a Third Party Special Needs Trust?
There are unique estate planning considerations for people who have children or other close loved ones with special needs. Special needs trusts can help protect a person’s eligibility for needs-based public benefits while preserving money for supplemental support. There are two types of special needs trusts: First party; and Third party. A key distinction… Read More »
Four Mistakes to Avoid When Drafting a Living Will in Florida
A living will (advance medical directive) is an estate planning document that you can use to ensure that you medical wishes are followed even if you are unable to communicate them at the time when care is needed. At Fisher & Wilsey, P.A., we have extensive experience with living wills in Pinellas County and… Read More »
Key Estate Planning Considerations for Family Business Owners in St. Petersburg
If you are a business owner in St. Petersburg or elsewhere in Pinellas County, it is crucial that you have a comprehensive estate plan in place. Too many family business owners fail to set up a truly effective estate plan. That can leave both their family and their company in a tough position. Here,… Read More »
Is Estate Planning Still Important If I Am Not Wealthy?
Many people do not have a will, let alone other estate planning documents. You do not need to be wealthy to need an estate plan. If you own a home, have a bank account, care for children, support a partner, or want someone specific to make decisions for you in an emergency, estate planning… Read More »
