ESTATE PLANNING IN MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA-WHY DIDN’T THEY PLAN?

August 25, 2026

I met with the nicest woman in her late eighties with a husband close to ninety who was home recovering from a lengthy hospital stay and a home worth about 8 million dollars on Miami Beach. They have no planning- no trust, no will, no health care documents, no living will, no power of attorney.  They have stock accounts, bank accounts, real estate and no wills, no trusts, no planning. Why didn’t they plan? 

IS FAILING TO PLAN PREPARING TO FAIL?

Yes, with estate planning in Florida, failing to plan is definitely preparing to fail. This may sound harsh, but it is reality. Reality is we live and we die. People who do not plan are preparing to fail for themselves and those they love. They are not prepared for death or incapacity.  Failure to plan leaves nothing in place to guide others regarding their health care, finances, assets, burial wishes, who gets what when, and thoughts regarding their loved ones. 

WHAT WAS HER STORY? WHY DIDN’T THEY PLAN? 

In the situation above, the husband and wife had no children so they didn’t think it was important. They did not have people close to them to put in charge other than each other and they never really thought about planning. Estate planning is not just for people with kids, it is protective for yourself as an individual, and as a couple, if married or living together. Estate planning gives you peace of mind that you will be taken care of as you intend. 

WHAT ARE THE TOP 7 REASONS PEOPLE WAIT TO PLAN?

  1. We have plenty of time; there is no rush.
  2. We cannot decide who should be in charge if we cannot.
  3. We are not ready to think about this.
  4. We have more important things to do right now. 
  5. We are always travelling and have no time for this.
  6. We are still working and must focus on that.
  7. We are afraid to think about it. 

As you can see from the list, these are only excuses. Estate planning provides peace of mind and a plan for your future. Peace of mind is priceless. Invest in yourself and sleep better each night knowing you are protected. Call me to get started today. 

WHY SHOULD I USE ALLY M. GLASER, PA TO HANDLE MY WILLS AND TRUSTS, ESTATE PLANNING, AND PROBATE MATTERS?

I sell peace of mind and protect my clients and their loved ones with my holistic approach to estate planning. I am authentic, knowledgeable, and caring. As an Estate Planning, Wills and Trusts and Probate Attorney in Miami Beach, Florida with over thirty years of experience and both a Psychology and Law degree, I handle these matters with knowledge and sensitivity. I am familiar and comfortable with both the Miami-Dade probate court system and Broward County probate court and I know how to get things done. I handle both estate planning and probate cases, thus, I am familiar with the challenges of each and provide my clients with additional protections. I am happy to help you and your loved ones during this important process. I enjoy helping people plan and have done so for over thirty years. Call or email today and I can protect you and your loved ones too. I look forward to giving you peace of mind and making this an easy process for all involved.