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The rebuilding rule nobody mentioned while the water was going down By Danielle L. Vaughn, Board Certified Real Estate Attorney Two years after Helene and Milton, St. Pete Beach is still rebuilding, and plenty of owners are meeting a rule nobody mentioned while the...

Due diligence before you buy a storm-repaired home By Danielle L. Vaughn, Board Certified Real Estate Attorney The listing photos look great. New kitchen, new drywall, fresh paint, and a price that seems almost reasonable for this zip code. What the photos do not show...

The discount, the deadline, and the deed that can undo both By Danielle L. Vaughn, Board Certified Real Estate Attorney Your Pinellas County property tax notice goes in the mail by November 1. Most of us glance at the number, wince, and pay it. Try reading it instead....

Oct 4, 2026 · by: Danielle Leigh Vaughn, Board Certified Real Estate Attorney Planning your own funeral can feel uncomfortable at first. Yet it is one of the most thoughtful gifts you can leave for the people you love. When your wishes are written down, your family...

A family beach cottage, a mountain cabin, acreage that has been farmed for decades, or the home where three generations gathered for holidays: family real estate carries meaning that goes well beyond its market value. That is also why it so often becomes a source of...

By Danielle L. Vaughn, Esq., Board Certified Real Estate Attorney Most people put off writing a will because they figure they'll get around to it eventually. They're busy. They're healthy. They're not that old. And besides, everything would just go to their spouse or...

By Danielle L. Vaughn, Esq., Board Certified Real Estate Attorney For most Floridians, the family home is their most valuable asset, and the one most likely to get stuck in probate. Many people try to avoid that by adding a child to the deed. It feels simple, but it...

By Danielle L. Vaughn, Esq., B.C.S., LL.M. One of the most important decisions you make when creating an estate plan is choosing a personal representative, also known as an executor. This individual is responsible for carrying out your wishes after you pass away....

By: Allison Couri, Attorney Many people feel a sense of relief once they have signed their estate planning documents. It is an important milestone, and for many, it brings peace of mind knowing that their wishes are in writing. However, one of the most common...