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HOW TO OWN YOUR REAL ESTATE
How to Own Your Real Estate Your real estate encompasses not only your primary residence but also any vacation homes, rental properties, or even vacant land you may own. The ideal form of ownership varies depending on the type of property and your individual circumstances. Your Primary Residence How you…
Why Title Matters
How Property Title Affects Your Estate Plan (and What Most Homeowners Get Wrong) Most homeowners assume that once they buy property, everything is set. But the reality is this:The way your property is titled controls what happens to it—during your life and after you pass away. It affects: Common Ways…
Andrea L. Jakob, PA Named Best Estate Planning Attorney in Our City Best of Plantation 2026
We are proud to share that Andrea L. Jakob, PA has been named Best Estate Planning Attorney in the Our City Best of Plantation 2026 issue. This recognition means a great deal to our team, and we are deeply grateful to the clients, colleagues, and community members whose trust and…
Andrea L. Jakob Honored as an Exceptional Woman of Broward
March is Women’s History Month, a time set aside to celebrate the achievements and contributions of women throughout history and in our communities today. It feels especially fitting to share some exciting news this month. Andrea L. Jakob, founder of Andrea L. Jakob, PA, has been recognized as an Exceptional…
National Regifting Day: What Parts of Your Estate Plan Can You “Exchange”?
Every holiday season, there’s at least one gift that quietly ends up in the closet… or the re-gift pile. Maybe it’s the sweater that itches, the kitchen gadget you’ll never use, or the office White Elephant disaster that keeps resurfacing. National Regifting Day (the Thursday before Christmas) is a lighthearted…
Plan Now, Breathe Later: Your Aging Roadmap
What to do and When As we (or our parents) get older, the best gift we can give the family is clarity. Here’s a simple, no-stress roadmap for what to do, when to do it, and when to bring in an estate planning/elder law attorney. Start Now (Any Age) 📝…
From Weston Neighbor to Trusted Planner
Featured September 2025 Article | Our City Weston Magazine Being featured by Our City is a meaningful nod to what matters most here: clear, customized planning. At Andrea L. Jakob, PA, we go beyond documents—designing wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and deeds that protect assets, preserve harmony, and prepare the…
Planning with Blended Families
National Stepfamily Day: Planning With Blended Families in Mind (September 16) Happy National Stepfamily Day to everyone who celebrates! With family structures evolving, there’s a good chance you’re part of a step/blended/“bonus” family—or you love someone who is—making September 16 a perfect time to celebrate and to plan. At its…
Estate Planning Secrets: Keeping Your Family Out of the Spotlight
Most people think of probate (the process of collecting, managing, and distributing a deceased person’s money and property) as a private process. However, because probate involves the court system, most filings become a matter of public record. That means your nosy neighbor Nellie can simply go to the courthouse or…
Thinking About Buying Property Abroad? Here’s What You Need to Know
Dreaming of owning a home in Costa Rica, Portugal, or maybe Belize? You’re not alone. More and more Americans—retirees, remote workers, and investors—are looking overseas for a slower pace of life, better weather, and a lower cost of living. Buying real estate in another country can be a dream come…
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