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\n \n Florida Estate Planning Laws\n <\/h1>\n \n Learn about your state’s laws by using the links below.\n <\/p>\n <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n
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\n By Carol Clasby, J.D.<\/a> | Legally reviewed by Catherine Hodder, Esq.<\/a>\n | Last updated\n
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Although it may sound like something exclusive, estate planning is for anyone with an estate. If you own assets, such as personal property, real estate<\/span>, bank accounts<\/span>, life insurance<\/span> policies<\/span>, retirement accounts, or digital assets, you have an estate.<\/p>\n

An estate plan is simply a set of instructions, usually in the form of a will or a trust, that describes how you want your assets handled after your death. A will or trust is a legal document<\/span> that provides your family members<\/span> and loved ones<\/span> with your instructions.<\/p>\n

Florida has specific laws governing the creation of a valid will or trust, along with intestate succession<\/span>\u00a0laws that determine how your assets are handled if you don\u2019t have an estate plan. This article focuses on how to plan ahead with a valid Florida estate plan<\/span>, what happens if you die without an estate plan, and some state-specific Florida laws to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Learn About Florida Estate Planning Laws<\/h2>\n \n
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