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Happy Monday! Happy start of April! Happy start of the second quarter! Here at The Wills & Trusts Firm, LLP we’re using the start of Q2 to ruminate on two distinct truths: (i) we’ve done a lot of good work building systems to deliver our expertise to people who need wills and trusts (a solid 17 years), BUT (ii) we have so many more people to reach and get to know! So, watch this space for more frequent posts in a variety of flavors: who we are, whom we can help, useful/practical tips on planning, sharing resources we find, and shining the light on others. We’re excited! (And... today's mug.) #WillsAndTrusts

Many of you have followed - with equal parts curiosity and horror - my saga of squatters and my attempts to get new state legislation to protect property owners and make it a punishable offense to squat. SLAM DUNK! We have succeeded, in less than 1 year, to get a strong Property Rights bill through both the Florida House and Senate and to be signed into law on July 1, 2024! Not only did we have success with passing the bill but we did so with 100% bi-partisan support, with absolutely no "nays" on the final vote. Can you believe that in this day and age? This bill creates the following crimes related to the real property:  * Unlawfully detaining a residential dwelling and intentionally causing at least $1,000 in damage to such dwelling is a second-degree felony. * The use of false documents purporting to be a valid lease or deed is a first-degree misdemeanor. * The fraudulent listing, sale, or lease of a residential property without possessing an ownership right to or leasehold interest in the property is a first-degree felony.  Read the bill here: https://lnkd.in/e5xaq_Ki On another fairly humorous note... I have been invited to film a 1-hour Squatter show on the new Dr. Phil program that is aired at night. It will delve into this natiowide problem and I, along with two other guests (a "squatter hunter" and someone else) will discuss our views. I hope to be able to share what Florida has done from a legal perspective. It tapes on March 18. No word when it airs. My goal is to help other states strengthen their property rights laws and balance the scales of justice more logically.

As Halloween approaches, we're all about the fright... but imagine leaving your loved ones in the dark without a plan. 😱 Don’t let your estate turn into a haunted house of confusion! 🎃 🕸️ Here’s how to keep the ghosts of uncertainty at bay: Will: Decide who gets what (and avoid any family boo-siness). Trust: Protect your assets and ensure they’re passed on safely—no skeletons left in the closet! 🪦 Whether it's witches, werewolves, or... taxes 😬... a well-prepared estate plan keeps the chills away and secures your family’s future. 🎯 📝 Don't let your financial legacy become a ghost story. Secure your will and trust with KB Legal today! #EstatePlanning #TrustsAndWills #FinancialFuture #HalloweenReady #LegacyPlanning #IdahoTrustAttorney Stay safe out there... and remember, the only thing scarier than Halloween is not having a plan! 🎃👻

⚖️ As a country, we pride ourselves on our adherence to the rule of law and democratic accountability; however, the recent riots saw the rule of law under attack. Further afield, geopolitical complexities and their potential impact starkly demonstrate the fragility of the rule of law on a global scale. Legal certainty and accessibility to the law are pillars upon which we have come to rely; however, without the appropriate safeguards in place, including significant investment in our public services, justice remains out of reach for too many, and the rule of law remains under constant threat. I invite you to join me and other leading legal voices at JUSTICE’s annual conference as we discuss the most pressing developments, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of the rule of law. #RuleofLaw #AccesstoJustice #LegalProfession #JusticeforAll

Here’s a roundup of some of the top nicknames, from traditional to unique, that soon-to-be grandparents can pick from. https://lnkd.in/e_2t4Nwq

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For loved ones looking for ways to boost their retirement-savings plans, clients may want to look outside the box for Valentine's Day gifts. Here's how you can guide clients to express their love in an unconventional way—through tax deferral.

For loved ones looking for ways to boost their retirement-savings plans, clients may want to look outside the box for Valentine's Day gifts. Here's how you can guide clients to express their love in an unconventional way—through tax deferral.

New YouTube video 🚨 In this video, I talk to Ashley, a recent Government contract winner in the Vending Services area, who won a 5-year Vending Control with a State Prison in the state of Georgia. She goes over the contract details, the strategies she used to connect with recent winners, and the opportunities present in less-known industries. Watch till the end, and you, too can do the same. Learn How She Made $65,000 In Just 2 Months With No Experience 🇺🇸 https://lnkd.in/gjegF8P7

A good one not to miss! Everyone always thinks worst case scenarios won’t happen to them, but it does happen and these real life case examples clearly demonstrate that. Join us on the free webinar to hear how Estate Research can help you prevent it happening to you and your firm. #privateclient #willsandprobate #privateclientsolicitors #privateclientpractitioners #solicitors #paralegals