020: The Four Phases of Florida Probate and What Slows Them Down
How long will probate take, and what will it cost? Florida families ask John Marshall those two questions constantly, and...
019: The Medicaid Five-Year Lookback Rule Explained: What Counts as a Gift
John Marshall opens this episode of Trust Me, It’s Complicated by tackling a rule that trips up more families than...
018: Can Medicaid Take Your House in Florida? Here’s What the Law Actually Says
Attorney John Marshall tackles one of the most common questions he hears in his Central Florida office: Can Medicaid take...
017: Will vs. Trust: Which One Actually Protects Your Estate?
Most people think a will and a trust do the same job. John Marshall explains why that assumption costs families...
016: Lady Bird Deeds Explained: What Florida Homeowners Need to Know Before Signing Anything
Lady bird deeds are one of the most searched estate planning tools in Florida, and one of the most misunderstood....
015: Estate Planning Myths That Could Cost Your Family Everything
Most people put off estate planning because they assume it doesn’t apply to them yet. Too young. Not wealthy enough....
014: Estate Planning Myths That Cost Florida Families Thousands (And How to Avoid Them)
Most Florida families have the estate planning conversation too late, and it costs them. In this episode, attorney John Marshall...
013: Pet Trusts 101: How to Protect Your Pets After You’re Gone
What happens to your pets when you’re gone? In this episode of Trust Me, It’s Complicated, attorney John Marshall breaks...
012: Estate Planning and Testamentary Capacity: What Families Need to Know Before It’s Too Late
Estate planning isn’t just about paperwork. It hinges on whether a person has the mental clarity to make legally valid...
011: Trust Funding: How to Properly Fund a Trust to Avoid Probate
Episode Summary: Attorney John Marshall dives into the often-misunderstood topic of trust funding, explaining why a trust only works if...