by john@goPGv.com | May 6, 2024 | Probate, Probate Process Basics
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...
by john@goPGv.com | May 6, 2024 | Probate, Probate Process Basics
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...
by john@goPGv.com | May 6, 2024 | Probate, Probate Process Basics
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...
by john@goPGv.com | Apr 30, 2024 | Estate Creditors, Probate, Probate Process Basics
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...
by john@goPGv.com | Apr 30, 2024 | Probate, Probate Process Basics
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...
by john@goPGv.com | Apr 26, 2024 | Estate Creditors, Probate, Probate Process Basics
Handling creditor’s claims correctly is a key component of the estate settlement process. It is the personal representative’s duty to manage such claims while simultaneously protecting the estate’s assets and ensuring creditors are treated fairly....
