Pittman Law Office Newsflash May is National Elder Law Month Since the 1960's the month of May has been recognized in some form as Elder Law Month. In previous years it has been called "Senior Citizens Month" or "Older Americans…
Pittman Law Office Newsletter Do you really have everything in order when you pass away? One of the main reasons our clients come to us is to make it as easy as possible on their loved ones when they pass…
On January 1, 2023, the lifetime gift tax exemption, federal estate tax exemption, and the annual gift tax exclusion increased. For additional information on the 2023 tax update, we recommend that you contact your CPA or Accountant. Here is a…
Happy New Year! We hope you all had a good Christmas and are ready to ring in the new year. We are excited about the new year and all the new opportunities. One of our goals at Pittman Law Office…
MERRY CHRISTMAS! December is a special time where we gather with friends and family to enjoy the Holidays. That means it is a great opportunity to discuss your Estate Plan with your loved ones. Although it might not be a…
Pittman Law Office Newsflash National Family Caregivers Month November is National Family Caregivers Month. Voluntary caregivers or informal caregivers provide a substantial portion of in-home, long-term care for family and friends. According to the CDC, the number of people who…
Pittman Law Office Newsflash Probate 101 Probate is the court process that transfers an asset out of a deceased person's name into a beneficiary's name. Any asset (such as financial accounts and Real Property) in a deceased person's name alone…
It is a good practice to review your estate plan every year, even if your circumstances have not changed. Your Florida estate planning attorney can go over your plan with you and suggest if any revisions are advised. There are…
Pittman Law Office Newsflash Medicare 101 Medicare is health insurance for people 65 years and older. Common questions associated with Medicare are below: Do you qualify for Medicare? Did you know you can sign up for Medicare 3 months before…
Our Florida estate planning lawyers and probate attorneys are often asked by clients if their estate is subject to inheritance taxes in the state of Florida. An inheritance, estate, or “death” tax as it is sometimes referred to is a…