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Florida Estate Personal Representative Duties: Legal Duties Explained!
Whenever someone passes away in Florida, there is a legal process for settling their affairs and distributing their assets to their next of kin and other beneficiaries. The person responsible for this important task is the "personal representative" of the estate. The...
Asset Distribution In Probate
What is Asset Distribution? Asset distribution in probate involves paying off creditors and taxes, and transferring remaining assets to heirs and beneficiaries. It’s the final chapter in settling a probate estate. The goal is to ensure that all estate debts are paid...
Probate Property Inventory: The Fast and Easy Way
Life often takes unexpected turns that leave us scrambling. Truth be told, dealing with probate property inventory can be like trying to solve a puzzle while riding a roller coaster. It’s emotional, it’s complicated, but it doesn’t have to be unbearable. Imagine that...
Florida Probate: Estate Creditor Notification Do’s and Don’ts
As an attorney (non-practicing) and real estate broker specializing in probate real estate matters, I am well aware of the complexities of the probate settlement process. A critical part of navigating probate successfully is the proper notification of creditors. Here...
Filing The Petition: The First Step in Florida Estate Administration
As a residential real estate broker specializing in probate real estate on the Florida Gulf Coast (who also happens to have gone to law school) I understand the many challenges inherent inthe probate process. In this article I’ll run you through the basics of “Filing...
Settling an Estate in Florida: A Simplified Guide
Introduction to Florida Probate Probate is the legal process to ensure the orderly transfer of assets from a person who has passed to their heirs and beneficiaries. Keep reading for a basic overview of the steps involved in settling a probate estate. What Is Probate?...
