# Estate Tax Planning in Orlando, FL That Protects What You Built

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Estate Planning Attorney

If your estate has grown, you might owe more tax than you think. We help Orlando families plan ahead.

## When You Need Estate Tax Planning in Orlando

Many Orlando families don't think about estate taxes until it's too late. If you own a home in Winter Park, Baldwin Park, or Lake Nona, your home's value alone could put your estate at risk. Add a business, retirement accounts, or investments, and the numbers grow fast. Gift tax rules also change how much you can give loved ones each year without extra tax owed [](https://britannica.com/money/gift-tax-rules) . We've seen families wait until a health scare makes them act. By then, choices are few. Planning early gives you more tools and more control. We offer virtual, phone, in-hospital, or in-office meetings, so timing won't stop you.

Rising Home Values

Business Owners

Large Retirement Accounts

Multiple Properties

Blended Families

Gifting to Family

We've helped Central Florida families plan their estates since 2023.

Virtual, phone, in-hospital, or in-office meetings fit your schedule.

Every plan is built around your family, not a template.

3 Years

Flexible

Personal

Winter Park and Baldwin Park homes have gone up in value fast. That growth can push an estate past tax limits you didn't expect.

If you own a business near Orlando, its worth counts toward your estate. We help plan for a smooth handoff.

401(k)s and IRAs can cause tax surprises for your heirs. We help set up withdrawals and beneficiaries the right way.

Owning rental homes or land near Horizon West or Lake Nona adds more work. Each property needs its own plan.

Second marriages and stepkids raise tricky tax and inheritance questions. We help you avoid conflict and mix-ups later.

Giving money or property to your kids now can lower future tax bills. We help you do it the right way.

Common Situations

## Why Orlando Families Trust Us for Estate Tax Planning

Waiting on tax planning can cost your family real money later. Tax laws change, and estate values change too. Fallon M. Gomez built this firm to make legal planning less scary. We walk you through your choices in plain words, not legal talk.

What to Expect When You Call

We listen to your full money picture before we suggest anything.

We explain tax rules in plain words, not legal code.

We build a plan for your family, not a generic one.

We stay ready to answer questions as your plan moves along.

## Protect Your Estate Before Taxes Do

Don't wait for a health scare or tax deadline to push you. Our estate planning attorney services help you plan calmly, on your own time.

## How Estate Tax Planning Works With Us

We keep things simple so you never feel lost.

Initial Conversation

Plan Design

Review and Sign

We start with a talk about your assets, your family, and your goals. This can happen in our office near UCF, by phone, or online.

We look at your estate's value and see where taxes could hit hardest. Then we build plans like trusts or gifts to lower that cost.

We go through every paper with you before you sign anything. Once it's done, we check the plan as laws or your life change.

A bigger estate needs more planning and paperwork.

Owning a business adds more steps and time.

Many properties or accounts need more detailed work.

Blended families often need extra papers and care.

You get a clear quote before we start any work.

Nothing moves forward until you say yes to the plan and cost.

No surprise fees get added once we start your plan.

The cost of estate tax planning depends on how much you own and how your family is set up. A single trust costs less than a full plan with business handoff and gift plans. Federal gift tax rules also shape how we set up transfers to lower what's owed [](https://britannica.com/money/gift-tax-rules) . We give you a quote upfront, before any work starts. There are no hidden fees added later.

Estate Tax Planning Cost in Orlando

Typical price range

$750 - $5,000+

Fair Pricing

## Estate Tax Planning Questions

Here are answers to questions Orlando clients ask us most.

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Q:** How much does estate tax planning cost?
A: Costs usually run between $750 and $5,000 or more. It depends on your estate size and family setup. We give you a clear quote before any work starts. There are no hidden charges later.

**Q:** How long does estate tax planning take?
A: Most plans take a few weeks from first call to signed papers. Tricky estates with businesses or many properties can take longer. We move at a pace that fits you. We never rush big choices.

**Q:** Can I do estate tax planning myself?
A: You can try, but mistakes can cost your family a lot later. Tax rules change often and are easy to get wrong. We stay up to date on state and federal rules for you. A small slip now can mean a big loss later.

**Q:** How often should I update my estate tax plan?
A: We say check your plan every two to three years. You should also check it after a big life event. Buying a home, starting a business, or getting married all count. Orlando's rising home values alone can change your tax risk.

**Q:** How soon should I start estate tax planning?
A: The sooner, the better. Waiting limits your choices and can cost your family more. We've seen families start after a health scare, wishing they'd called sooner. Starting now gives you more control over what happens.

**Q:** What are signs I need estate tax planning?
A: Rising home values, a growing business, or big retirement accounts are common signs. So is owning more than one property. If your estate has grown since your last plan, it's time to look again. Blended families should plan with extra care too.

**Q:** Does Florida have its own estate tax?
A: Florida does not charge its own estate tax. But federal estate and gift tax rules still apply to bigger estates. We help you plan around both state and federal rules. This keeps more of your estate with your family.