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Business Asset Protection

Protect Your Business And Assets

One of the biggest benefits of properly incorporating your business is limited liability. Another huge benefit of proper planning is asset protection. One of the biggest mistakes people make is they wait until they have been sued before they try to protect their assets.  Asset protection is most beneficial when it is utilized as a “proactive” approach.

Why Is Asset Protection Necessary?

Proper asset protection can help shelter your assets from creditors. Assets that are protected from creditor attachment include:

  • Your Florida Homestead real property 
  • Retirement accounts
  • Annuities
  • Life insurance
  • Disability income
  • Social Security benefits
  • Unemployment benefits
  • Custodial accounts held for minor beneficiaries
  • Florida pre-paid college tuition plans

Assets that are not exempt from creditor claims:

  • Bank Accounts held in your name alone 
  • Certain Joint Bank accounts
  • Personal property
  • Non-Homestead Real Property.  
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Why is it important to be proactive with regard to asset protection?

Asset protection is an excellent estate planning tool to help ensure the efficient transfer of assets to another party and to protect, with certain limitations, said assets from creditors. The primary restriction on the transfer of assets is the Florida Uniform Fraudulent Transfer Act (FUFTA). Fla. Stat. § 726.105 (2020). If a transfer is deemed fraudulent, a creditor can petition to Court to avoid the transfer or seek payment for the value of the asset. Thus, it is critical to avoid any “badges of fraud.” 

Fla. Stat. § 726.105 provides as follows: 

(1) A transfer made or obligation incurred by a debtor is fraudulent as to a creditor, whether the creditor’s claim arose before or after the transfer was made or the obligation was incurred, if the debtor made the transfer or incurred the obligation: (a) With actual intent to hinder, delay, or defraud any creditor of the debtor; or (b) Without receiving a reasonably equivalent value in exchange for the transfer or obligation, and the debtor:

  1. Was engaged or was about to engage in a business or a transaction for which the remaining assets of the debtor were unreasonably small in relation to the business or transaction; or 
  2. Intended to incur or believed or reasonably should have believed that he or she would incur, debts beyond his or her ability to pay as they became due. When determining whether a transfer is fraudulent, the courts look to the following statutory criteria: whether (a) The transfer or obligation was to an insider; (b) The debtor retained possession or control of the property transferred after the transfer; (c) The transfer or obligation was disclosed or concealed; (d) Before the transfer was made or obligation was incurred, the debtor had been sued or threatened with suit; (e) The transfer was of substantially all the debtor’s assets; (f)The debtor absconded; (g) The debtor removed or concealed assets; (h)The value of the consideration received by the debtor was reasonably equivalent to the value of the asset transferred or the amount of the obligation incurred; (i) The debtor was insolvent or became insolvent shortly after the transfer was made or the obligation was incurred; (j) The transfer occurred shortly before or shortly after a substantial debt was incurred; (k) The debtor transferred the essential assets of the business to a lienor who transferred the assets to an insider of the debtor. 

Florida Homestead Property 

Florida Property Art. X, 4(a), Fla. Const. provides protection for a homestead against the judgement of creditors. Specifically, the section states: There shall be exempt from forced sale under process of any court, and no judgment, decree or execution shall be a lien thereon, . . . the following property owned by a natural person:  (1) a homestead, . . . if located within a municipality, to the extent of one-half acre of contiguous land, upon which the exemption shall be limited to the residence of the owner or the owner’s family; (2) (2) personal property to the value of one thousand dollars. Thus, a person’s homestead, within a municipality, it protected up to ½ of an acre, that acre being contiguous and including the dwelling.  

If your house is on one parcel or land that is connected to an adjacent vacant parcel of land that you also own, the vacant land might not be protected. Part of your homestead property is vacant land connected to the homestead proper. The Middle District bankruptcy court held that “[t]he Debtor is not entitled to exempt the Second Parcel under the Florida constitutional homestead exemption. The Second Parcel has its own address, house, and driveway and is not used by the Debtor as her residence. So, even though it is contiguous to the Debtor’s home, the two parcels are not used in connection with one another.” In re Fowler, 2016 WL 1444195, *3 (Bankr. M.D. Fla. 2016). In that case, the court found that the separate parcel was not protected “because the Debtor’s home is a separate structure on a separate parcel with another address than the home occupied by the Debtor’s adult daughter. For all legal purposes, it is a separate and distinct residence from the Debtor’s home . . .” However, the homestead protections of the Florida constitution or liberally construed in favor of the debtor. JBK Associates, Inc. v. Sill Bros., Inc., 191 So.3d 879 (Fla. 2016); Lopez; Callava v. Feinberg, 864 So.2d 429 (Fla. 3d DCA 2004); Hospital Affiliates of Florida, Inc. v. McElroy, 393 So.2d 25 (Fla. 3d DCA 1981); In re Yettaw, 316 B.R. 560 (Bankr. M.D. Fla. 2004).

However, in the case of In re Mohammed, 376 B.R. 38 (Bankr. S.D. Fla. 2007), the debtor was able to establish that the vacant lot attached to there was part of their homestead as it was consistently used as the backyard of the property. We recommend putting up a fence around the exterior of the vacant lot, or adding patio furniture/outdoor BBQ area, storage shed, garden…something that shows you use the vacant lot, in its entirety, as one property.

If you are not sure whether you are taking advantage of Florida’s homestead protections, you should contact us immediately to set up a free 30-minute consultation with a qualified member of our team. 

Can a creditor take my income?

Under Fla. Stat § 222.11(2)(c), generally only 25% of wages may be garnished. However, whether the wages qualify for exemption depends on whether “a person’s employment is a salaried job or is in the nature of running a business.” Brock v. Westport Recovery Corp., 832 So.2d 209, 211 (Fla. 4th DCA 2002). For instance, where a debtor runs their own business and has control over the timing and amount of compensation, the compensation will not be considered a wage for the purposes of the exemption. However, where “an arms-length employment agreement with his business providing for a set salary or wages, the ‘earnings’ exemption applies.’” In re Bhalla, 2018 WL 3854018, *3 (Bankr. M.D. Fla. 2018). But, where the owner is also an employee; it is near impossible to establish eligibility for the exemption.

Are assets that I own jointly with my spouse protected from creditors?

What is “Tenants by the Entirety”?

Tenants by Entirety Property is a unique type of title where husband and wife own the property jointly. According to the Florida Supreme Court’s holding in Beal Bank, SSB v. Almand & Associates, 780 So.2d 45 (Fla. 2001), the mere presence of both spouses’ names on the account is sufficient to create the presumption of tenants by the entirety. Property held as tenancy by the entirety is protected from the creditors of a single spouse. Winters v. Parks, 91 So. 2d 649 (Fla. 1956). Again, Florida law provides that any property owned by the spouses as tenants by the entireties is protected from a judgment creditor of either of the individual spouses. 

Tenants by the entirety’s protection exists to the extent a creditor has a claim against only one of the spousal owners. Transferring all assets so that they are held as tenants by the entirety can provide great asset protection. However, the appearance of impropriety could make such a transfer deemed fraudulent and/or invalid and it can lose its creditor protection. 

Under Florida judicial law, in order to qualify as a tenancy by the entirety, property in question must have the following characteristics: 

  • joint ownership and control,
  • the spouse must have identical interest in the property, 
  • the spouse’s interests in the asset must have originated in the same instrument,
  •  the spouse’s interests must have commenced simultaneously, 
  • the joint owners must have been married at the time they acquired the property, and
  • the surviving spouse will own the property after either spouse dies.

When entireties ownership of joint property is questioned, both spouses must have evidence that they intended to take title as tenants by entireties. Additionally, Florida Statute 655.79 of Florida Statutes states that any bank account owned by husband and wife is presumed to be a tenants by entireties account unless there is clear and convincing evidence of their contrary intent. A creditor could rebut this presumption of entireties bank accounts by showing that the spouses intended to own the account property in some other manner of joint ownership. Incorrectly filling out a bank account application or signature card may prevent entireties ownership. If your financial account application indicates an alternative form of ownership a court may find that you and your spouse did not want a TBE account.

If you have questions about how your assets are titled and/or if they are titled correctly, call the Horton Law Group to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with a qualified member of our team. 

Are my retirement accounts protected from Creditors?

An IRA presents an asset which is potentially protected from creditors under Florida statute. Fla. Stat. § 222.21(2)(a) provides that “any money or other assets payable to an owner, a participant, or a beneficiary from, or any interest of any owner, participant, or beneficiary in, a fund or account is exempt from all claims of creditors of the owner, beneficiary, or participant . . .” 

Three requirements must be met for this protection: 

(1) the IRA’s plan or governing instrument must have been initially determined by the IRS to be exempt from taxation under the provision of the Internal Revenue Code; 

(2) over time, the IRA must have been maintained in accordance with that plan or governing instrument; and 

(3) there must have been no final and non-appealable proceeding subsequently determining that the plan or governing instrument is no longer exempt from taxation under that provision of the Internal Revenue Code. Assuming the above three prerequisites are met, the assets of the IRA are protected from creditors. Thus, it is imperative that you continue to follow the three prerequisites above. Do not take any unauthorized distributions or take other action which would jeopardize the creditor exempt status of the IRA.

However, any distribution from the plan will lose their protected status. Universal Physician Services, LLC v. Del Zotto, 2016 WL 6902354 (M.D. Fla. 2016). To this end, it will be best to defer distributions under the plan for as long as possible. Under the SECURE Act, distributions must begin at 72 years of age. 

Other retirement assets retain the same type of protection.  401ks are entirely protected from creditors.  So are 403b accounts, IRAs, inherited IRAs, Roth IRAs, Simple IRAs, among others.

Florida is a debtor friendly state. However, it is our philosophy that it is better to be safe than sorry.  We highly recommend proper estate planning BEFORE there is even a hint of being sued – in any capacity.  

Asset protection strategies include:

  • Properly incorporating your business (limited liability)
  • Obtaining the proper type and amount of insurance, 
  • Utilizing Florida Homestead protections
  • Utilizing Tenancy by the Entireties if applicable 
  • Estate Planning

Why choose the Horton Law Group?

At the Horton Law Group, we treat our clients like family. We are actively involved in the community. We are well respected in the courtroom, and we have a stellar reputation in the community. We take pride in our work. We like what we do, and we are good at it.  We are confident that you will be happy with your decision to hire the Horton Law Group to represent all of your asset protection needs. Please contact the Horton Law Group, P.A. at 561-299-0018 or email legalsupport@hortonlawgroup.com to schedule a free 30-minute consultation with a qualified member from our team.

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Recently, I acquired my first home! I retained Ms. Horton to help me file Homestead for my property. I was unsure whether to put my Homestead property in my Revocable Trust – she provided me the benefits and consequences of doing so in a way that I actually understood. I trust her judgment. She was very patient and very sensitive to my needs. I look forward to working with her again in the future.

Joseph F., Client

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Victoria R., Client

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Melissa H., Client

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Deborah B., Client

Ms. Horton represented me in a highly contested family litigation case and two other litigation matters. She was extremely attentive to my needs and incredibly aggressive in the courtroom. Litigation went on for over 2 years and she was there for me each and every time I needed her. She was always prepared for hearings. She won most if not all of them. There were boxes and boxes of exhibits that she used at the three day trial in this matter. During trial, Ms. Horton was calm, cool and collected. She did an amazing job with the many experts in this case. She destroyed the opposing party at trial. I felt very relieved and at ease with Mr. Horton in my corner. If you need a family law attorney and/or a trial attorney for that matter – call Attorney Sommer Horton. She is the best of the best. I would recommend her to anyone who is in need of a brilliant and aggressive attorney.

Daria F., Client

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Victoria C., Client

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Lucas A., Client

I have had the privilege of working together with Sommer on several matters. She is extremely focused and detail oriented. She seems to shine in every situation. Highly recommended.

Johny L., Client

Ms. Horton and her team are professional, courteous, honest and diligent. Their knowledge of the law and ability to look at all solutions made all the difference in my case. Their personal approach made me feel like was their only client. They were always available and always positioning my case towards a positive result. I recommend the Horton Law Group to any person looking for fair and comprehensive representation.

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Stephen W., Client

Sommer is very professional and dedicated with her client care. She is a beast in court, extremely fierce. She keeps the line of communication open and is very detailed with her explanations. Anytime I need to use an attorney, you can be sure I will call Sommer.

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Let me start by saying, I have had Sommer represent me in several litigations. She has always been very dependable and honest about how she would handle my particular situations. Her dedication to my cases, even the small ones has always impressed me. Sommer is what I would describe as someone you always want on your side. She is tenacious in getting things done, on time and with as much success as she promised. I would highly recommend her for litigation cases as well as estate planning. I can only say again if you have Sommer you have one of the best to represent you.

Bill M., Client

Sommer is a wonderful attorney, she’s the type of attorney that everyone wishes for, she’s dedicated, fierce, loyal to her clients and ensures that every option is explored to find the absolute best possible situation and outcome. Her attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond is what truly separates Sommer from the rest. I’m glad I found her and would definitely recommend to anyone that needs her services.

James G., Client

Very professional and reliable Sommer and the Horton Law Group provided excellent service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to any of my questions regarding a recent legal dispute. Ms. Horton provided me with excellent legal advice. She took the time to explain everything clearly to me. I found her to be reliable, courteous and professional. I highly recommend her without any reservations.

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I am completely satisfied with Ms. Sommer Horton, Esq. as my attorney, and for her law firm, the Horton Law Group, P.A. for their outstanding service and customer care. I highly recommend Ms. Horton as an attorney in Florida and her law firm. Ms. Horton and her staff are efficient and professional with understanding my case and not wasting any of my time or resources. Ms. Horton always promptly answers my calls and questions, and makes sure that I can review all work, and she helps me make timely decisions for my case. Ms. Horton and her staff are always courteous and prepared for my case in and out of court and I have been relieved by her as a trusted professional to ensure that my case is grounded in legal case law, Florida statutes, and working to come up with the best solutions for me.

Stephen M., Client

Sommer and the Horton Law Group provided excellent service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to any of my questions regarding a recent legal dispute. Ms. Horton provided me with excellent legal advice. She took the time to explain everything clearly to me. I found her to be reliable, courteous and professional. I highly recommend her without any reservations.

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Ms Horton handled my labor case and it was quickly resolved. She was well versed with the legalities of my case and advised me that it would be favorably resolved. Once she the information from me about the case and sent a demand letter, the other party settled within days. She did a great job for me

Raffaele B., Client

Sommer advised me on estate planing, she also made it easy to draw up a will. She is a one of a kind attorney that cares about clients need.

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Giancarlo M., Client

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K. U., Client

Ms. Horton represented me in Guardianship case. It lasted several years. She kept me informed, never missed a deadline and was sensitive to my needs as it came to legal fees and costs. She was worth every penny spent on legal fees. I hope I don’t ever need legal counsel in the future, but if I do, Mr. Horton is the only lawyer I will call. Ms. Horton and her legal team are top notch professionals. I highly recommend the Horton Law Group.

Deborah B., Client

Ms. Horton represented me in a highly contested family litigation case and two other litigation matters. She was extremely attentive to my needs and incredibly aggressive in the courtroom. Litigation went on for over 2 years and she was there for me each and every time I needed her. She was always prepared for hearings. She won most if not all of them. There were boxes and boxes of exhibits that she used at the three day trial in this matter. During trial, Ms. Horton was calm, cool and collected. She did an amazing job with the many experts in this case. She destroyed the opposing party at trial. I felt very relieved and at ease with Mr. Horton in my corner. If you need a family law attorney and/or a trial attorney for that matter – call Attorney Sommer Horton. She is the best of the best. I would recommend her to anyone who is in need of a brilliant and aggressive attorney.

Daria F., Client

I came to the law group with a problem from years ago… all I can say is that Sommer is amazing! Her staff is outstanding.. Sommer is such a bulldog and fought hard for me.. I’m so lucky I made the right choice. If you have legal problems or need legal advice call the Horton Law Group. You will be glad you did.
I came to the law group with a problem from years ago… all I can say is that Sommer is amazing! Her staff is outstanding.. Sommer is such a bulldog and fought hard for me.. I’m so lucky I made the right choice. If you have legal problems or need legal advice call the Horton Law Group. You will be glad you did.

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Sommer and the Horton Law Group provided excellent service, demonstrating professionalism and personal attention to any of my questions regarding a recent legal dispute.
Ms. Horton provided me with excellent legal advice. She took the time to explain everything clearly to me. I found her to be reliable, courteous and professional. I highly recommend her without any reservations.

Barbara C., Client

Let me start by saying, I have had Sommer represent me in several litigations. She has always been very dependable and honest about how she would handle my particular situations. Her dedication to my cases, even the small ones has always impressed me. Sommer is what I would describe as someone you always want on your side. She is tenacious in getting things done, on time and with as much success as she promised. I would highly recommend her for litigation cases as well as estate planning. I can only say again if you have Sommer you have one of the best to represent you.

Bill M., Client

I am completely satisfied with Ms. Sommer Horton, Esq. as my attorney, and for her law firm, the Horton Law Group, P.A. for their outstanding service and customer care. I highly recommend Ms. Horton as an attorney in Florida and her law firm. Ms. Horton and her staff are efficient and professional with understanding my case and not wasting any of my time or resources. Ms. Horton always promptly answers my calls and questions, and makes sure that I can review all work, and she helps me make timely decisions for my case. Ms. Horton and her staff are always courteous and prepared for my case in and out of court and I have been relieved by her as a trusted professional to ensure that my case is grounded in legal case law, Florida statutes, and working to come up with the best solutions for me.

Stephen W., Client

Sommer is a wonderful attorney, she’s the type of attorney that everyone wishes for, she’s dedicated, fierce, loyal to her clients and ensures that every option is explored to find the absolute best possible situation and outcome. Her attention to detail and willingness to go above and beyond is what truly separates Sommer from the rest. I’m glad I found her and would definitely recommend to anyone that needs her services.

James G., Client

Sommer Horton has served as our general corporate counsel for the past several years.  She aggressively defended us in a frivolous lawsuit filed against us and won!   She has also represented us on several other corporate matters.  She has handled all of our business needs with great success. She is professional, dedicated and has a keen attention to detail. I fully and confidently recommend Sommer Horton and the Horton Law Group, P.A. for all of your professional and business needs.

Juan C., Client

I was looking for a great lawyer to be on my side on a lawsuit and I was very lucky to find Summer. Not only is she extremely responsive to any questions I had, but she had the ability to understand my needs. From day one, she advised me on the best route to take and explained in detail what to expect and the potential problems that might be on the horizon. Sommer is someone I trust to handle any future claim and I definitely want her on my side. Needless to say…we won the case she represented us in.  She is top notch.

Annette L., Client

Horton Law Group represented me better than I could have ever imagined. My needs were put first and I was treated as a friend rather than a number.   My opinions were valued and my doubts were always reassured.  My nerves were calmed and the process was always explained.   My attorney, Sommer Horton, fought hard for me.   She went above and beyond and did everything she could to ensure a great outcome.  I couldn’t have asked for a better law firm or attorney. Thanks guys!!!

Barbara C., Client

I have known Sommer Horton for years.  I recently utilized her services to draft my family estate plans.  I was blown away with her knowledge of the law.  She explained the importance of each document in a way that I understood why I needed my estate plan.  She is affordable and efficient.  In fact, she is wonderful!  Ms. Horton really does care and she will make sure you, your family and your asserts are protected.   My recommendation would be that you call her if you need legal help.  She will take good care of you.

Madi P., Client

I retained Sommer Horton from the Horton Law Group to represent me in a trust litigation lawsuit. We successfully had the successor trustees removed and me appointed to serve as the current trustee of the trust. I find Ms. Horton to be very knowledgeable with the laws. Every strategic move she made in the case, she had me approve first. She copied me on all communications with the other parties counsel so I always knew what was happening in my case. I am extremely satisfied with her work and I am extremely satisfied with all of her staff. She has a great team. They were always very nice and got me what I wanted in a timely manner. We are in the final stages of litigation and I am 100% satisfied with how she got the case to this point. I would definitely hire Attorney Sommer Horton again should I ever need an attorney again. I found her rates to be fair for the work she did for me. She is worth it.

Levance "Lee" B., Client

Ms. Horton and her entire team at Horton Law Group have been a life saver while going through an extremely contentious and difficult divorce. Ms Horton has fought for my children and me at every step. She is straightforward, diligent, realistic and someone you can trust. Thank you Sommer, Teresa, and the whole team!

Audrey M., Client

Over the past decade, Sommer Horton and her team at the Horton Law Group have treated me like family and have helped me through multiple legal matters. The entire team has always communicated quickly and efficiently while taking the time to help me thoroughly understand even the most complex legal jargon. They’ve consistently shown empathy and have always made time for me and my family through the process. Sommer Horton is Simply the Best. THANK YOU HORTON LAW GROUP!

Rick R., Client

It is not often that I take the time to compliment a Professional that I felt it was their job to do well to begin with. However, it was a pleasant surprise to deal with someone who went far beyond my expectations and performed as well as you in preparing my Estate Planning. I also appreciate that your billing was as reasonable as it was. Most people expect that “sticker shock” when dealing with Lawyers and Accountants. I found that your knowledge of Finances made it unnecessary for me to incur any further expense for accounting.
Thanks for the great job that you and your staff did.

Ralph B., Client

Serving as a Successor Trustee with several litigation cases pending, having an attorney working diligently for your client is of utmost importance. Sommer Horton was that attorney. Regardless of the nature of the situation, Sommer was there to support and advise not only my client, but myself as well. She and her team worked meticulously to delve into the issues so that our client’s interest was best represented. Her efforts were rewarded with favorable outcomes for our client, that is what we call a win, win. Sommer Horton and the Horton Law Group, P.A. were amazing, I highly recommend them.

Marline L., Client

I have worked with Sommer from Horton law group on several occasions over the past 7 years. She strikes the right balance between aggressive and realistic. Sommer is knowledgeable, confident and unflappable. The perfect team to walk with you through difficult circumstances.

Margarita K, Client
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