{"id":31735,"date":"2020-05-22T09:32:15","date_gmt":"2020-05-22T13:32:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/themediabeast.com\/resources\/?p=31735"},"modified":"2020-05-22T09:32:15","modified_gmt":"2020-05-22T13:32:15","slug":"estate-planning-in-lakewood-ranch-fl-the-documents-you-need-for-estate-planning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/themediabeast.com\/resources\/estate-planning-in-lakewood-ranch-fl-the-documents-you-need-for-estate-planning\/","title":{"rendered":"Estate Planning in Lakewood Ranch FL | The Documents You Need for Estate Planning"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Estate planning is one of the best things you can do for your family, and though no one wants to think about death, it is a necessary part of life. One of the most overwhelming parts of estate planning can be the mountains of paperwork to fill out and sort. Having an attorney that specializes in estate planning in Lakewood Ranch, FL, to help you with the process is the best way to ensure your interests are protected as well as your family\u2019s. To start preparing, you should know the essential documents that will be part of the process.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Will-<\/strong> Your will outlines what you wish to happen with your estate and assets. You will also name an executor in your will. An Executor is someone who will carry out your will and ensure that your estate is handled appropriately and according to law and your wishes. An attorney specializing in estate planning in Lakewood Ranch Fl can help you include everything you need to in your will.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Power of Attorney-<\/strong> A power of attorney oversees your finances if it is ever needed. Some people need a power of attorney when they are not able to make sound financial decisions for themselves, or disability prevents them from being able to manage their finances. A power of attorney can pay your bills and has access to your accounts.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Living Will-<\/strong> If you were ever to need end-of-life medical care, a living will spell out for the medical staff what your wishes for treatment are if you cannot make the choices yourself when the choice needs to be made. Some parts of a living will include orders not to resuscitate and if you would want to be kept alive artificially.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Designation of Health Care Surrogate-<\/strong> To ensure all your health care wishes are honored, including end-of-life care, it is smart to designate a health care surrogate. This person will be able to make medical decisions on your behalf if you are unable to do so yourself.<\/p>\n<p>Don\u2019t let estate planning in Lakewood Ranch Fl overwhelm you. Our attorneys can help you along the entire process! Call the <a href=\"https:\/\/kkmelderlaw.com\/\">Law offices of Kimberly K. 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