On this episode of Get Your Life, hosted by Dr. Carolyn Edwards, we welcome back Shirlyon McWhorter, Esq., former judge and attorney, for an engaging conversation on wills, probate, and protecting the assets you’ve worked hard for. Together, they answer the questions families are asking all the time about what happens to your home, your money, and your belongings after a loved one passes. Florida law only comes into play if you fail to plan. So don’t fail to plan. The worst time to make decisions is after the death. In this episode, we discuss: – What probate is and when your estate goes before a judge – Why you go to probate with or without a will – Wills, witnesses, and what actually holds up in Florida – The Lady Bird deed and transfer-on-death options – Naming beneficiaries on bank accounts and avoiding probate – Power of attorney, health care directives, and the legacy letter Don’t miss this insightful, information-packed conversation and stay tuned for future episodes of Get Your Life. For more shows, visit: www.cnewstv.com ABOUT US: For more Miami community news, look no further than Miami Community Newspapers. This Miami online group of newspapers covers a variety of topics about the local community and beyond. Miami’s Community Newspapers offers daily news, online resources, podcasts and other multimedia content to keep readers informed. With topics ranging from local news to community events, Miami’s Community Newspapers is the ideal source for staying up to date with the latest news and happenings in the area. This family-owned media company publishes more than a dozen neighborhood publications, magazines, special sections on their websites, newsletters, as well as distributing them in print throughout Miami Dade County from Aventura, Sunny Isles Beach, Miami Beach, Coral Gables, Brickell, Coconut Grove, Pinecrest, South Miami, Kendall, Palmetto Bay, Cutler Bay and Homestead. Each online publication and print editions provide comprehensive coverage of local news, events, business updates, lifestyle features, and local initiatives within its respective community. Additionally, the newspaper has exclusive Miami community podcasts, providing listeners with an in-depth look into Miami’s culture. Whether you’re looking for local Miami news, or podcasts, Miami’s Community Newspapers has you covered. For more information, be sure to check out: https://communitynewspapers.com . If you have any questions, feel free to email [email protected] or [email protected] post Get Your Life: Attorney Shirlyon McWhorter | Wills, Probate Estate Planning first appeared on Miami's Community News. ...read more read less