Here’s the truth:

• • Pets can’t inherit property (sorry, Rex the iguana).
• • “Handshake deals” don’t hold up in court.
• • And if you don’t have a plan, the state of Florida has one for you — and you may not like it.

That’s why a will or trust isn’t just for the wealthy — it’s for anyone who wants to make sure their family (and maybe their pets) are taken care of the right way.