Author Archives: Jay Butchko
Water & Mold Damage In Your Condo?
No one wants to deal with damage to their home, no matter the type, but in Florida’s muggy weather, water and mold damage is both common and particularly severe. Condo owners are often hard hit by mold damage, both because condos are so often on the water, and also because the insurance laws surrounding… Read More »
Debts In Florida Probate
Probate is a process that can go smoothly, or it can descend into innumerable complex disputes. Nowhere is this more evident than in trying to pay off the debts incurred by the deceased person. Paying off the decedent’s debts must be done before anything can be disbursed to the beneficiaries, so it is critical… Read More »
What Is Retroactive Child Support?
Child support is a hotly debated issue in many Florida divorces, and it can get even worse if retroactive child support is brought into the equation. Florida does allow for retroactive child support, but the concept is very confusing to many people, who may not be aware that they are on the proverbial hook… Read More »
Why Do I Need A Prenuptial Agreement?
Many couples choose to go without a prenuptial agreement, instead preferring to negotiate issues like alimony and child support when they go through a divorce (if ever). However, there are very good reasons for couples to at least consider a prenup, even if they think it might be unnecessary. If you are soon to… Read More »
Frequently Asked Questions About Florida Probate
When a loved one has passed away, the last thing you want to do is deal with paperwork and state requirements. However, if they pass away with assets that need to go through probate, there is a time limit on starting that process. Probate can be quite confusing for a layperson, and in many… Read More »
Relocation & Divorced Military Families
It is not uncommon for divorced or divorcing parents to have disagreements about relocations and parenting time, but it is perhaps more complex when one or both parents are in the military. Being reassigned and having to move, often a long distance away, is much more common in military families, and it cannot be… Read More »
Child Support In High-Income Families
Every child is entitled to support from their parents, even if those parents are divorced. However, in high-income families, there will often be disputes about amounts, especially if there is income inequality between the spouses. The normal child support guidelines are not always appropriate in high-income families, and it is usually up to the… Read More »
Condo Owners & Hurricanes
Florida is located firmly in hurricane territory, and condo owners have some unique issues to contend with after a natural disaster. From hurricane shutters to insurance policies, many questions can come up at a time when all most people want to do is focus on fixing any damage that their home may have sustained…. Read More »
A Civilian Spouse’s Checklist For Military Divorce
Divorce is never easy, but getting a divorce from a military servicemember can be even more complex than getting one from a civilian, especially if you have children. Issues like child support and parenting time may not be handled in the same manner as they would if two civilians were divorcing, due to military… Read More »
What Is A Postnuptial Agreement?
Many people are familiar with prenuptial agreements, but few are familiar with postnuptial agreements, simply because they are not often necessary. However, they are being used more and more by couples who seek to either modify a prenup or to set down rules on issues that were not discussed before the marriage. If you… Read More »
