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If you have a revocable living trust, make sure all new assets you acquire are included in it or tied to it in some way. This ensures your estate plan remains effective. 🌟 Think of your trust as a big empty box. 📦 Anything inside the box avoids probate—this is called trust funding. 💰 🏡 ➡️ 📜 But anything left out could be an expensive and time-consuming mistake. 💸 🚫 While not every new asset should be included in your trust for tax reasons, each asset should be tied to your trust in some way, depending on the type of asset. If you need help establishing a trust or determining what assets should go in or be tied to it, we can help. Schedule an initial consultation with us today, and let's make sure your box isn't empty and works as intended when your family needs it most. 🤝 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. 💰 Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #EstatePlanning #LivingTrust #TrustFunding

Want to ensure your home goes directly to your loved ones without the hassle of probate? Consider a Revocable Living Trust! 🏠 ➡️ 👪 By putting your home in a trust, you can: ✅ Bypass the lengthy, costly, and public probate process. ✅ Maintain control and flexibility during your lifetime. ✅ Ensure a smooth transition of ownership to your beneficiaries. Don't let your home fall into disrepair while your family waits with your assets tied up in probate court. Opt for a much more seamless process without delays. Want to get started creating a trust to hold your home and other real estate? We can help! Call us or visit our website to book an initial consultation, and let's get started crafting a plan that's just right for you today. 🌐 📱 🗓 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. 💰 Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #LivingTrust #AvoidProbate #NoDelays

While a Power of Attorney is a crucial component of a comprehensive estate plan, relying on this single document for your incapacity planning is insufficient. 🙅 If you are making decisions that are not in your best interest, naming an agent in a Power of Attorney will not take away your legal right to do so. This is why a broader, more comprehensive plan is a better solution—a Revocable Living Trust. 📜 ✨ If the Power of Attorney you executed did not give your agent the power to create a trust on your behalf, a full guardianship proceeding (sometimes called a conservatorship) will be needed to declare you incompetent. 🏛 🧑⚖️ This can be avoided by creating a Revocable Living Trust and naming a trustee while you are still of sound mind. A Living Trust benefits the settlor (the person establishing the trust) during their lifetime and designates beneficiaries for after they're gone. It also names a trustee to manage the trust should the settlor become incapacitated. 💯 With a Living Trust, you have the control and flexibility to manage your assets as you see fit, even in the event of incapacity. Avoid expensive and time-consuming court proceedings with proper planning. Call us or visit our website to ensure your estate plan is comprehensive and you are protected no matter what the future might hold. 🔮 🛡️ At Barreau Legal, we are dedicated to preserving generational wealth, ensuring that your hard-earned assets are protected and passed on to your loved ones. 💰 Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #PowerOfAttorney #LivingTrust #IncapacityPlanning #ProtectYourself

Feeling superstitious? 🍀 While Friday the 13th is known for bad luck, you can create your own good fortune with a solid estate plan. 📜 ✨ Having things in order means that if there is some bad luck in your future, you and your family are better equipped to handle it. An estate plan ensures your wishes are honored and your loved ones are protected. 🛡️ ❤️ It also means that if an unexpected illness strikes, you've made your medical wishes known and named an agent to make medical decisions on your behalf. ✅ Don't leave your future to chance—take control of your luck today. Call us or visit our website to schedule your consultation, and let's get started. 🌟 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #FridayThe13th #MakeYourOwnLuck #PlanAhead #EstatePlan

🎉🎂 Today, we’re celebrating a very special day at Barreau Legal, PLLC! It’s our incredible paralegal, Joshua Henry, FRP’s birthday! 🥳 We’re so grateful for all the hard work, dedication, and positivity you bring to our team every day. Your attention to detail, commitment to excellence, and unwavering support make a huge difference in everything we do. 💼✨ Please join us in wishing Joshua a very happy birthday! 🎈 Hope your day has been filled with joy, laughter, and all the things that make you happiest. Here’s to another year of success and growth! 🎉🎁 #HappyBirthday #TeamAppreciation #BarreauLegal

It's football season again! 🏈 Just like every great team needs a solid game plan to win, you need a solid estate plan to secure your family's future. Don't wait until the fourth quarter—start planning now to ensure a winning strategy for yourself and your loved ones. Contact us today to get your estate plan in place. 🏆 💯 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #FootballSeason #GamePlan #SecureYourFuture

Did you know? Despite being a lawyer, Abraham Lincoln never created a will. Two years after his assassination, his $110,296 estate was divided between his wife and two sons. No matter who you are, you're not immune to the necessity of an estate plan. 📜 ✨ If you want things to be seamless and easy for those you leave behind, make sure you have an estate plan in place. ❤️ 👪 Don't wait for the unexpected—secure your legacy today! 🌟 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #EstatePlanning #AbrahamLincoln #Legacy

Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney

As a single person, having an estate plan is crucial. 🧍 Without a plan, state laws will decide who inherits your assets, and it might not be who you would choose. 🏛️ 🧑⚖️ An estate plan allows you to: ✅ Designate beneficiaries. ✅ Decide how you want your assets distributed. ✅ Appoint someone as your agent to help you make healthcare and financial decisions if you're incapacitated. ✅ Make your wishes regarding medical treatment known. Call us or visit our website to start taking control of your future today. ⚖️ 🔏 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #EstatePlanning #SingleLife #PlanAhead

If avoiding probate, guardianship proceedings, and maintaining privacy are important to you, a trust might be the right choice. Unlike a will, a trust allows your estate to bypass the probate process, saving time and money. ⏱️ 💰 It ensures your affairs remain private, as trusts are not public record. 🔐 A trust can also provide more control over asset distribution and protect your beneficiaries from inheriting too young. 🛡️ It's a flexible tool that can adapt to your needs and offer peace of mind. 🧘 Want to learn more about whether a trust might be the right choice for you? We're here to help! 🤝 Call us or visit our website to schedule your consultation, and let's get started crafting a plan that's as unique as you are. 🚀 Dedicated to preserving generational wealth. Barreau Legal, PLLC* 1860 SW Fountainview Blvd, Suite 100 Port St. Lucie, FL 34986 877-258-0929 jamy@blegalfl.com blegalfl.com *With locations in Port St. Lucie, FL; Stuart, FL; West Palm Beach, FL; St. Paul, MN; and Washington, DC #BarreauLegal #generationalwealth #estateplanningattorney #floridaestateplanning #legacyplanning #floridaprobateattorney #floridaprobate #personalrepresentative #executor #dcestateplanning #dcattorney #minnesotaattorney #Trusts #AvoidProbate #PrivacyMatters